English-Finnish translations for cofferdam

• arkkupato

Definition of cofferdam

• 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
• An empty space that acts as a protective barrier between two floors or bulkheads on a ship

Related words

• coffer
• coffered
• coffering
• scoffer
• cofferfish
• coffered ceiling
• coffered soffit