can·is·ter

can·is·ter
/ˈkænəstɚ/ noun, pl -ters [count]
1 : a container with a lid that is used for keeping dry products

a flour/sugar/tea canister

2 : a plastic or metal container that is used for keeping a roll of film

a film canister

3 : a metal case that contains gas or chemical substances and that bursts when it is fired from a gun

tear gas canisters


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