vaulting

/vɔltɪŋ/

Other forms: vaultings; vaultingly

Definitions of vaulting

1. noun

   (architecture) a vaulted structure
   “arches and vaulting”

   types:

   fan vaulting

   an elaborate system of vaulting in which the ribs diverge like fans

   type of:

   construction, structure

   a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
2. noun

   a light leap by a horse in which both hind legs leave the ground before the forelegs come down
   synonyms: curvet

   type of:

   dressage

   maneuvers of a horse in response to body signals by the rider
3. adjective

   revealing excessive self-confidence; reaching for the heights
   “vaulting ambition”

   synonyms: overreaching

   bold

   fearless and daring