coal hole

English

/ˈkəʊlhəʊl/

noun
Definitions
  • A cellar or other compartment for storing coal.
  • A hole in the pavement with a removable hatch, leading to an underground coal bunker.

Etymology

Compound from English coal + English hole (miserable place, a hollow).

Origin

English

hole

Gloss

miserable place, a hollow

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