coffer
US /ˈkɑː.fɚ/
UK /ˈkɑː.fɚ/
1.
cofre, arca
a strongbox or chest for holding money or valuables
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The ancient king's coffer was filled with gold and jewels.
O cofre do antigo rei estava cheio de ouro e joias.
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They broke into the vault and emptied the coffers.
Eles invadiram o cofre e esvaziaram os cofres.
2.
cofres, fundos
the funds or financial reserves of a group or institution
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The company's coffers were depleted after several bad investments.
Os cofres da empresa foram esgotados após vários investimentos ruins.
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The government's coffers are overflowing with tax revenue.
Os cofres do governo estão transbordando de receita tributária.
3.
caixotão, painel rebaixado
a decorative sunken panel in a ceiling or dome
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The grand hall featured a ceiling adorned with intricate coffers.
O grande salão apresentava um teto adornado com intrincados caixotões.
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The dome of the Pantheon is famous for its massive coffers.
A cúpula do Panteão é famosa por seus enormes caixotões.