a metal container in which food and drink is sold
Example:
- a can of beans/beer/soda
- a beer can
- He opened the can and took a large swig.
- an aluminium/tin can
Extra examples:
- She sipped from a can of Coke.
- The floor was littered with empty food cans.
- This special type of milk comes in a can.
- We opened a can of sardines for lunch.
- a 200 g can of tuna
the amount contained in a can
Example:
- We drank a can of Coke each.
- Have you eaten the whole can?
a metal or plastic container for holding or carrying liquids
Example:
- an oil can
- He filled a can with water from the pump.
Related words and phrases
a metal container in which liquids are kept under pressure and let out in a fine spray when you press a button on the top
Example:
- a can of hairspray
Related words and phrases
prison
the toilet