Definition of Caisson

Noun: caisson  'key,són or key-sun

1. An ornamental sunken panel in a ceiling or dome
   - coffer, lacuna
    
2. (military) a two-wheeled military vehicle carrying artillery ammunition
    
3. A chest to hold ammunition
   - ammunition chest
    
4. Large watertight chamber used for construction under water
   - pneumatic caisson, cofferdam

See also:
Cairo
caissons

Anagrams containing the word caisson

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