Word: cofferdam
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: cof
fer
dam
Definition: A temporary watertight structure that is pumped dry to enclose an area underwater and allow construction work on a ship, bridge, or rig to be carried out; a caisson.
Morphemes:
Affix: coffer
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A cofferdam; large watertight chamber used for construction under water
Etymology Compounds: Affix: cophinus
Language: la
Decoded: cophinus
Meaning: basket
Affix: dam
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A structure placed across a flowing body of water to stop the flow or part of the flow, generally for purposes such as retaining or diverting some of the water or retarding the release of accumulated water to avoid abrupt flooding.