Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bank-vault
noun
/bæŋk vɔːlt/
Definition
A bank vault is a secure space within a bank facility used to store valuable items such as cash, important documents, and precious materials.
Examples
- The bank vault was designed to withstand extreme pressure and is equipped with sophisticated security systems.
- During the robbery, the thieves managed to crack the bank vault, although they were apprehended soon after.
- Many people are unaware of what goes on inside a bank vault beyond speculation and mystery.
Meaning
It serves as a protective enclosure that safeguards assets against theft, fire, and other potential risks.
Synonyms
- safe
- strongbox
- repository
