Coffer
Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːfər/
Coffer (noun)
- a strong box used to keep money or valuable items safe.
- a collection of money or resources available for a specific purpose.
- a sunken panel in a ceiling, often used for decoration.
Examples
- The coffer was locked securely to protect the valuables.
- They placed the gold coins in the coffer for safekeeping.
Common collocations: lock the coffer, open the coffer, fill the coffers, empty the coffers, replenish the coffers