Can (Noun)
Meaning 1
A buoy with a round bottom and conical top.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The mooring was secured to a heavy can sunk to the ocean floor to stabilize it in rough seas.
- After drifting away, the fishermen finally spotted the red can bobbing in the waves and headed towards it.
- As we navigated the crowded marina, I grabbed onto the metal can at the edge of the dock for support.
- According to maritime law, the harbor authority is responsible for installing navigation cans at designated channels and turning points.
- Maintenance workers lifted the weathered can off its foundation for routine cleaning and painting to improve its visibility.
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Meaning 2
A room or building equipped with one or more toilets.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The public can on the highway was notorious for its poor maintenance and lack of cleanliness.
- The restaurant's can was surprisingly modern and well-appointed, considering the age of the building.
- After a few too many beers, he stumbled towards the can to relieve himself.
- The can in the office building was always crowded during peak hours, especially on Mondays.
- The new stadium's can was designed to accommodate thousands of fans during events.
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Meaning 3
The fleshy part of the human body that you sit on; "he deserves a good kick in the butt"; "are you going to sit on your fanny and do nothing?".
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Synonyms
- Tooshie
- Buttocks
- Posterior
- Ass
- Arse
- Bottom
- Fanny
- Butt
- Stern
- Hind End
- Rear
- Derriere
- Keister
- Behind
- Prat
- Seat
- Tail
- Buns
- Hindquarters
- Tail End
- Tush
- Rump
- Backside
- Rear End
- Bum
- Fundament
- Nates
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Meaning 4
Airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc..
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 5
The quantity contained in a can.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- She emptied the can and refilled it with juice.
- He spilled the contents of the can on the counter.
- How many cans of soup does this recipe call for?
- I measured the amount of soda left in the can.
- There are five ounces in this small can of coffee.
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Meaning 6
A plumbing fixture for defecation and urination.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The can was overflowing and needed to be emptied.
- She was relieved to see that the hotel room had a private can.
- He scrubbed the can with disinfectant until it shone.
- The new apartment had a high-tech can with advanced flushing capabilities.
- After a long hike, the public can at the trailhead was a welcome sight.