vaulty

[ vawl-tee ]

adjective

1. having the appearance or characteristics of a vault; arching:

   the vaulty rows of elm trees.

Word History and Origins

Origin of vaulty¹

First recorded in 1535–45; vault ¹ + -y ¹

Example Sentences

They were seated side by side upon a luggage-truck, in a deserted vaulty corner on the outskirts of Euston.

From Project Gutenberg

George had taken his saddle from poor Firebrace and transferred it to Vaulty, a strong serviceable roan, which he rode henceforth.

From Project Gutenberg