1. the sport or activity of jumping over obstacles using a pole or one’s hands
2. an arched structure forming a roof or ceiling
Usage: architecture

1. excessively ambitious or overreaching

Examples

• She excelled at vaulting in her gymnastics class.
• The pole vaulting competition drew many spectators.
• The cathedral’s stone vaulting was beautifully carved.
• Gothic vaulting creates an impressive ceiling effect.
• His vaulting ambition led to his downfall.
• She had vaulting dreams of becoming a movie star.
• The gymnast practiced vaulting over the horse daily.