caisson: significato e definizioni

A watertight structure within which construction work is carried on under water.

See camel.

A large box open at the top and one side, designed to fit against the side of a ship and used to repair damaged hulls under water.

A floating structure used to close off the entrance to a dock or canal lock.

A horse-drawn vehicle, usually two-wheeled, used to carry artillery ammunition and coffins at military funerals.

A large box used to hold ammunition.