conning tower

American  

[kon-ing] / ˈkɒn ɪŋ /

noun

1. the low observation tower of a submarine, constituting the main entrance to the interior.

2. the low, dome-shaped, armored pilothouse of a warship.

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conning tower British  

/ ˈkɒnɪŋ /

noun

1. Also called: sail.  a superstructure of a submarine, used as the bridge when the vessel is on the surface

2. the armoured pilot house of a warship

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Etymology

Origin of conning tower

First recorded in 1865–70; con ⁶ + -ing ²

Example Sentences

It also had two watertight hatches for entering and leaving the vessel, one at the front and another at the rear, and two short conning towers equipped with small portholes.

From Literature

The DLR Group presented a design that included the submarine conning tower in the outdoor pool.

From Washington Post

The wind appeared to affect just one 3-point shot as the six-level conning tower and the scoreboard blocked most of the wind off the Pacific Ocean.

From Seattle Times

He was initially cast in action roles in the saddle, the racecar, the conning tower and the spaceship.

From Washington Post

The cleanup mission focused on the submarine’s conning tower and the front outer hull.

From Reuters