Emily Dickinson Lexicon

dome, n. [L. dom-us, house, home; It. duomo, house of God.] (webplay: hemisphere, house).

1. Cupola; spherical roof; ornate rounded ceiling; [fig.] sky; firmament; infinite expanse of the heavens.
2. Chapel; cathedral; chancel; sanctuary; choir loft; church building; place for divine worship.
3. Pate; poll; crown; top of the head.
4. Home; abode; domicile; shelter; [fig.] cocoon.