cupola

Meanings

• noun

  A large dome-shaped structure often found on top of a building, typically housing a bell or serving as a lookout point.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with cupola
dome , tome , coma

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Variants

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cupola , cupolaed , cupolas

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'kupelon' meaning dome or round vessel.

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Trivia

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1. The largest cupola in the world is located in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.

2. The term 'cupola' is also used in the context of a room or chamber, particularly in the mining industry.

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Related Concepts

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1. Dome: A large, rounded structure, often hemispherical in shape, used to cover the top of a building or other structure.

2. Belvedere: A structure or room designed to provide a pleasant or scenic view.

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Culture

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In architecture, the cupola is a prominent feature in various styles, including Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassical. It is often used to add visual interest and height to a building, and can be found on structures such as churches, temples, and public buildings.

How to Memorize "cupola"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, round structure sitting atop a building, perhaps with a bell or other object inside.

2. associate
   

   - Think of a bell tower or a church with a dome at the top.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Cup = cupola, Up = dome, Ol = on top.

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