Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trashcan
noun
/ˈtræʃˌkæn/
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Definition
A container designed for holding waste materials or rubbish.
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Examples
- She threw her empty soda can into the trashcan.
- Make sure to take out the trashcan before the garbage truck arrives.
- The trashcan in the park was overflowing with litter.
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Meaning
The term ‘trashcan’ refers to a bin or receptacle where people dispose of undesired items, usually found in homes, offices, and public areas.
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Synonyms
- waste bin
- garbage can
- rubbish container
- bin