Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun A flat-sided can for storing or transporting liquids, especially gasoline, having a capacity of 5 gallons (19 liters).
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- noun Alternative spelling of
jerrycan .
Etymologies
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
[From Jerry.]
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