jerrycan
What is another word for jerrycan? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A sturdy, roughly rectangular container, usually made of pressed steel, for carrying fuel or water.
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How to use jerrycan
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fill a jerrycan
a jerrycan of petrol
strap a jerrycan to the roof rack
carry a spare jerrycan
It is an everyday, practical word with no formal or technical overtone.
Etymology
The word combines Jerry, a slang term for a German, with can. It arose because containers of this kind were associated with German troops during the Second World War.
Full origin of jerrycan →Frequently asked questions
What is a jerrycan used for?
It is used to carry and store fuel or water, especially where no fixed tank or pipe is available.
Why is it called a jerrycan?
The name comes from Jerry, wartime slang for a German, because the design became associated with German military use in the Second World War.
What shape is a jerrycan?
It is roughly rectangular and typically made from pressed steel, so it stacks and carries more easily than a round container.
