Canister

/ˈkæn.ɪ.stər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A container, typically cylindrical, used for storing and preserving substances, especially food, liquids, or gases.

The kitchen was stocked with various canisters filled with spices and herbs.

A small container, often used for holding photographic film or other small items.

He carefully placed the used film canister in his bag to develop the pictures later.

A cylindrical container used to hold gas or other pressurized substances.

The camping stove used a fuel canister that was easy to replace.

A shipping container used for transporting goods.

The canister was loaded onto the cargo ship for international shipment.

From Latin 'canistra', meaning 'a vessel or container'.

rusty canister

A canister that is old and deteriorated, typically indicating neglect.

a canister of secrets

A metaphorical use implying a collection of hidden information.

canister shot

A type of projectile for cannons.

container

A receptacle for holding items.

tank

A large container for storing liquids or gases.

receptacle

An object that receives or holds something.

A term for a small cache or stash, especially for drug use.

He kept his stash in a canister under the floorboards.

To use canister-style weapons in a gaming context.

They were canistering all their opponents in that match.