1. cylindrical containers, typically made of metal or plastic, used for storing dry goods or other materials
2. metal containers that hold gas, chemicals, or ammunition
Usage: military; technical

Examples

• She stored flour and sugar in matching metal canisters on the counter.
• The tea canisters were arranged neatly in the pantry.
• Police used tear gas canisters to disperse the crowd.
• The old film canisters contained family movies from the 1960s.
• Coffee beans stay fresh longer when kept in airtight canisters.
• The soldiers carried smoke canisters for emergency signals.
• Kitchen canisters help organize dry ingredients like rice and pasta.