Definition of coffer
(Entry 1 of 2)
3 : a recessed panel in a vault, ceiling, or soffit
ceiling coffers
coffer
verbcoffered; coffering; coffers
Definition of coffer (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : to store or hoard up in a coffer
coffered his military memorabilia
2 : to form (something, such as a ceiling) with recessed panels
A ceiling that is coffered will bring an added dimension to a large room.
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The first known use of coffer was in the 13th century
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