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highdomed

Highdomed is an adjective used to describe forms or structures that feature a dome with substantial height relative to its footprint. In architectural writing, it refers to domes that dominate the surrounding space, creating a tall, vertical profile and a pronounced curvature. While not a technical term with a strict measurement, it conveys a sense of elevation and prominence.

Origin and variants: The term is formed from high and domed; it may appear as high-domed with

Applications and implications: High-domed spaces commonly appear in religious and ceremonial architecture, where a tall dome

See also: Dome (architecture), Rotunda, Domed buildings.

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verticality
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