conning tower

The 'conning tower' is a crucial component in submarines and warships, providing navigation, observation, and command capabilities.

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Definition

(technical)A raised structure on a submarine used for navigation and housing navigational instruments.

The captain climbed up to the conning tower to get a better view through the periscope.

(historical)An armored control tower on early iron warships used for navigation during battles.

During the battle, the officers coordinated their maneuvers from the conning tower.

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