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coffer

cof·fer

coffer

 
pronunciation:
kaw fr
parts of speech:
noun, transitive verb
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Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition 1: a large chest, esp. one used to hold money, jewels, or the like; strongbox.
synonyms:
casket, safe, strongbox
similar words:
locker, treasury, vault
definition 2: (usu. pl.) monetary resources, esp. those of a treasury.
synonyms:
finances, treasury
similar words:
chest, funds
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part of speech: transitive verb
inflections: coffers, coffering, coffered
definition: to place in a coffer.
similar words:
casket, encase, lock up