si·lo
/ˈsīlō/
noun
- a tower or pit on a farm used to store grain.
- an underground chamber in which a guided missile is kept ready for firing.
- a system, process, department, etc. that operates in isolation from others."it's vital that team members step out of their silos and start working together"
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Silo
A silo is a structure for storing bulk materials. Silos are used in agriculture to store fermented feed known as silage, not to be confused with a grain bin, which is used to store grains. Silos are commonly used for bulk storage of grain, coal,... Wikipedia
Shape: cylindrical structures
to isolate (someone or something, such as a grouping or department) in a way that hinders communication and cooperation with others : to place (someone or ...
noun · a structure, typically cylindrical, in which fodder or forage is kept: · a pit or underground space for storing grain, green feeds, etc. · Military.