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canteen

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Noun — A small, often flask-shaped container for carrying drinking water, especially used by soldiers or campers.

Etymology

Borrowed from French cantine, itself from Italian cantina, "cellar" or "wine store."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “canteen” mean?

The word “canteen” means a small, often flask-shaped container for carrying drinking water, especially used by soldiers or campers. In plain terms, a water flask, or a workplace/school cafeteria.

How do you pronounce “canteen”?

“Canteen” is pronounced kan-TEEN (/kænˈtin/ in IPA).

How do you use “canteen” in a sentence?

Here is “canteen” used in a sentence: “He filled his canteen at the stream before continuing the hike.”

What part of speech is “canteen”?

“Canteen” is a noun.

Where does the word “canteen” come from?

The word “canteen” comes from French. Borrowed from French cantine, itself from Italian cantina, "cellar" or "wine store.".

Is “canteen” a common word?

“Canteen” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

How many meanings does “canteen” have?

“Canteen” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small, often flask-shaped container for carrying drinking water, especially used by soldiers or campers.

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