coffer

Meanings

• noun

  A large, usually chest-like container, often with hinged or removable lid, used for storing or transporting goods.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkɔfɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

caisson , strongbox

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with coffer
offer , quiver , giver , liver

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Variants

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coffer , coffers , coffered , coffering

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Etymology

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Originally from Old French 'coffre', from Latin 'capsa' meaning 'box'.

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Trivia

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1. A coffer dam is a temporary dam made of sandbags or other materials, used to control the flow of water in a river or canal.

2. In medieval Europe, a coffer was often decorated with intricate designs and paintings, making it a prized possession for the wealthy.

3. The term 'coffer' is also used in architecture to describe a sunken panel in a ceiling or wall, often used to create the illusion of a three-dimensional surface.

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Related Concepts

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1. chest: A large, usually box-like container with a lid, used for storing or transporting goods.

2. treasury: A building or room where valuable things, especially money, are kept and protected.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'coffer' is often used metaphorically to refer to a source of wealth or resources. In art, coffers are used as architectural elements to create the illusion of depth and volume.

How to Memorize "coffer"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large wooden chest with a hinged lid and intricate carvings on the exterior.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'coffer' with the image of a pirate's treasure chest.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the first letter of 'coffer' with the word 'container'.

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