Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cans
noun
/kænz/
Definition
Metal or plastic containers used for storing food and beverages.
Examples
- He opened a can of soda before the game.
- The chef used canned tomatoes for the sauce.
- They recycled old cans to help the environment.
Meaning
Cans are typically cylindrical containers that are sealed and often made of metal or sometimes plastic, designed to preserve and transport food and drinks.
Synonyms
- containers
- jars
- tins
- packaging