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silo

A silo is an airtight tower or pit, usually next to a barn, used for grain storage, or a missle shelter. (noun)

  1. An example of a silo is a cylinder shaped building where a farmer may store grain.
  2. An example of a silo is an underground area to shelter and launch a missle.

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