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canister

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Noun — A small container, typically metal or plastic, used to store dry goods like tea, flour, or film.

How to use canister

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tea canister gas canister smoke canister

Etymology

From Latin canistrum, a woven basket, borrowed into Middle English as canustyr.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “canister” mean?

The word “canister” means a small container, typically metal or plastic, used to store dry goods like tea, flour, or film. In plain terms, a small storage container, or a metal casing used to hold gas, smoke, or ammunition.

How do you pronounce “canister”?

“Canister” is pronounced KA-nihst (/ˈkænɪstɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “canister” in a sentence?

Here is “canister” used in a sentence: “She kept the flour in an airtight canister.”

What part of speech is “canister”?

“Canister” is a noun.

Where does the word “canister” come from?

The word “canister” comes from Latin. From Latin canistrum, a woven basket, borrowed into Middle English as canustyr.

How many meanings does “canister” have?

“Canister” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small container, typically metal or plastic, used to store dry goods like tea, flour, or film.

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