Associations to the word «Cupola»

Wiktionary

CUPOLA, noun. (architecture) A dome-shaped ornamental structure located on top of a larger roof or dome.
CUPOLA, noun. (military) A small turret, usually on a hatch of an armoured fighting vehicle.

Dictionary definition

CUPOLA, noun. A vertical cylindrical furnace for melting iron for casting.
CUPOLA, noun. A roof in the form of a dome.

Wise words

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