dome-shaped
|dome/shaped|
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/doʊm ʃeɪpt/
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/dəʊm ʃeɪpt/
rounded structure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dome-shaped' originates from the word 'dome,' which comes from the Latin word 'domus,' meaning 'house.' The suffix '-shaped' is used to indicate the form or appearance of something.
Historical Evolution
'dome' changed from the Latin word 'domus' to the Old French word 'dome,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'dome.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'dome' referred to a 'house' or 'building,' but over time it evolved to describe a rounded, vaulted structure.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/02/12 21:29