powder store

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Definition Noun : A secure room or compartment, especially on a warship, designed for the storage of gunpowder, weapons, and ammunition. Usage The term "powder store" specifically refers to a specialized storage area for explosive materials. It is a historical term most commonly associated with naval and military architecture from the age of sail, where the safe containment of gunpowder was cri...