Meaning & Definition of word "Canned"
Canned
/kænd/
verb:
- 1. Past tense of can, meaning to preserve food in a can.
- Example: They canned the tomatoes at the end of the harvest season.
adjective:
- 1. Preserved in a can or container, often referring to food.
- Example: She opened a can of canned peas for dinner.
- 2. Pre-recorded or pre-packaged, often used to describe music or responses that are not live or spontaneous.
- Example: The radio played a canned version of the song instead of the live performance.
- 3. Expression or sentiment that is overly rehearsed or lacks spontaneity.
- Example: His speech was full of canned phrases that failed to engage the audience.
Etymology
●Derived from the verb 'can', referring to preserving food in a can.
Common Phrases and Expressions
canned laughter:
Recorded laughter used in sitcoms and television shows.
canned goods:
Food that is sealed in a can.
canned response:
A pre-prepared response or answer.
Related Words
can:
A container, usually cylindrical, for storing food or drink.
canning:
The process of preserving food by sealing it in a can.
Slang Meanings of canned
Meaning: Intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol.
● Example Sentence: After the party, he was seriously canned.
Meaning: Dismissed from a job or task.
● Example Sentence: After the layoffs, several employees were canned.