ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Jerrycan

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈd͡ʒɛɹiˌkæn/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Jerrycan is a noun meaning A robust container for fuel or water, of a certain more or less rectangular shape, often made from pressed steel.

Meaning

A robust container for fuel or water, of a certain more or less rectangular shape, often made from pressed steel.

Example Sentences

Anyone with half a brain and a jerrycan of fertilizer's got an army.
The police fell back, swatting and cursing. At the gateway, somebody grabbed a jerrycan of water from Jonamon's hut and flung its contents at the swarm.

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Related dictionary entries include jerry-can, canister, bidon, beercan, drum, oilcan.

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