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umbo

/ˈʌmbəʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does umbo mean?

noun

The rounded top of a dome or vault; a rounded protuberance, especially one on the back of a tortoise shell. In anatomy, the umbo is the central part of the ear.

Example

"The architect designed the building with a prominent umbo on the roof, creating a striking visual effect."

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