Meaning of the word cupola in English

What does cupola mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cupola

US /ˈkjuː.pəl.ə/

UK /ˈkjuː.pəl.ə/

a small dome, especially a decorative one crowning a roof or turret.

Example:

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The old building was topped with a beautiful copper cupola.

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From the cupola, you can see the entire city.

Synonym:

dome turret lantern

a rotating turret on a tank or armored vehicle, typically housing a gun.

Example:

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The tank's cupola rotated to aim at the target.

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The commander observed the battlefield from the tank's cupola.

Synonym:

turret dome