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conning tower

[ kon-ing ]
/ ˈkɒn ɪŋ /
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noun

the low observation tower of a submarine, constituting the main entrance to the interior.
the low, dome-shaped, armored pilothouse of a warship.

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Nearby words

connersville, connery, connex, connexion, connie, conning tower, conniption, connivance, connive, connivent, connivery

Origin of conning tower

First recorded in 1865–70; con3 + -ing2
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British Dictionary definitions for conning tower

conning tower

/ (ˈkɒnɪŋ) /

noun

Also called: sail a superstructure of a submarine, used as the bridge when the vessel is on the surface
the armoured pilot house of a warship

Word Origin for conning tower

C19: see con 4
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