coal hole

== English == === Alternative forms === coal-hole, coalhole === Etymology === From coal +‎ hole. === Pronunciation === (UK) IPA(key): /ˈkəʊlhəʊl/ === Noun === coal hole (plural coal holes) A cellar or other compartment for storing coal. [from 17th c.] A hole in the pavement with a removable hatch, leading to an underground coal bunker. [from 18th c.]