Ark:
Noun
1. A large, sturdy, and usually roofed vessel, historically associated with Noah's Ark, that is designed to float on water and serve as a refuge or protection, typically for animals or people, during a flood or other cataclysmic event.
2. The biblical vessel built by Noah upon God's command to save a remnant from the great deluge, described in the biblical book of Genesis.
3. A protective enclosure or structure built to house, secure, or store something valuable or important; often used metaphorically.
4. In the Old Testament, the Ark of the Covenant, also known as the Ark of God, is an ornate chest made of acacia wood and overlaid with gold containing the two stone tablets inscribed with the Ten Commandments, as well as other sacred relics. It was considered the holiest artifact of the Israelites and housed within the Holy of Holies in the Temple of Jerusalem.
5. A boat or ship used by various cultures in ancient times, typically made of wood, and often used for transport, trade, or war.
6. A repository, database, or archive for storing and managing large quantities of data or information, often used in the context of computer technology and information management.
