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coffers

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun coffer has 2 senses
  1. coffer, caisson, lacuna - an ornamental sunken panel in a ceiling or dome
    --1 is a kind of panel
  2. coffer - a chest especially for storing valuables
    --2 is a kind of
    chest

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Coffers

Description:

Coffers can refer to the financial resources or funds of a particular organization or individual. It can also refer to a decorative sunken panel in a ceiling or vault.

Usage as a noun:

In the financial context, coffers represent the reserves or funds available to an organization. For example:

  • The company's coffers are overflowing with profits this year.
  • Due to the generous donations, the charity's coffers have significantly increased.
  • The government plans to replenish the national coffers by implementing new tax reforms.

In architecture, coffers are seen as decorative elements. For instance:

  • The grand hall featured a beautiful ceiling adorned with intricately carved coffer panels.
  • An example of coffered ceilings can be found in the exquisite architecture of ancient Roman buildings.
  • The cathedral's dome showcased a stunning array of coffered vaults.

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