noun a rounded vault forming the roof of a building or structure, typically with a circular base
A dome can refer to the celestial dome, the apparent surface of the sky.
In sports, a dome can refer to a domed stadium, a sports venue with a retractable roof or a fixed dome.
A dome is a rounded vault forming the roof of a building or structure.
In biology, a dome can refer to a dome-shaped structure, such as the dome of the skull or a dome-shaped shell of an organism.
A dome can be a geodesic dome, a structure composed of a network of triangles to form a roughly spherical shape.
The dome of the building was designed to provide a sense of grandeur and openness.
The observatory's dome can be rotated to allow for viewing of different parts of the sky.
Dome monitoring systems are used to measure the deformation of the Earth's crust.
Domes are often used in structural design to provide strength and stability.
Weather domes are used to protect instruments from the elements during data collection.
Domes can be used in concert halls to enhance sound projection and quality.
Geodesic domes are sometimes used in urban planning for temporary or experimental structures.
Some marine organisms have dome-shaped shells for protection and support.