caisson

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caisson Definition

• (n) an ornamental sunken panel in a ceiling or dome
• (n) a two-wheeled military vehicle carrying artillery ammunition
• (n) a chest to hold ammunition
• (n) large watertight chamber used for construction under water

caisson Synonyms

• ammunition chest
• caisson
• coffer
• cofferdam
• lacuna
• pneumatic caisson