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powder store

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun powder store has 1 sense
  1. magazine, powder store, powder magazine - a storehouse (as a compartment on a warship) where weapons and ammunition are stored
    --1 is a kind of storehouse, depot, entrepot, storage, store

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Powder Store

Description

A powder store refers to a facility or a designated area used for storing various types of powders, such as gunpowder, explosives, or other combustible substances. It is designed to ensure safe storage and prevent accidental ignition or combustion.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Gunpowder Storage

In this sense, a powder store is a specialized storage facility for gunpowder used primarily in military contexts.

Example Sentence:

"The soldiers carefully transported the barrels of gunpowder to the powder store."

Sense 2: Explosives Storage

Here, a powder store is a secure location where explosives for commercial or industrial purposes are stored.

Example Sentence:

"The mining company built a highly secure powder store to house their explosives."

Sense 3: Combustible Substances Storage

In this sense, a powder store refers to a designated area for safely storing various types of combustible powders or substances.

Example Sentence:

"The chemical plant established a properly ventilated powder store for their volatile materials."

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