coffer
//ˈkɒfər//
Noun
cofferSingular
coffersPlural
1
A strongbox or chest used for storing valuables or money.
The ancient coffer contained gold coins and precious jewels.
2
The funds or financial reserves of an organization or government (usually used in plural: coffers).
The charity's coffers were depleted after the disaster relief efforts.
3
A recessed panel in a ceiling or vault, often decorative.
The cathedral's ceiling was decorated with ornate coffers.
Verb
1
To store or secure in a coffer.
The merchant coffered his gold coins for safekeeping.
2
To furnish with decorative recessed panels.
The architect decided to coffer the ceiling of the grand hall.