Powder Store (Noun)
Meaning
A storehouse (as a compartment on a warship) where weapons and ammunition are stored.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The old warship's powder store was located deep in the hull to minimize the risk of explosion.
- During the battle, a stray cannonball hit the powder store, causing a massive explosion that destroyed the ship.
- The crew worked tirelessly to move the ammunition from the powder store to the cannons on the upper deck.
- The ship's powder store was running low, and the captain knew they had to resupply soon or risk being defenseless.
- A spark from a lantern ignited the gunpowder in the powder store, causing a devastating blast that killed several sailors.