1. the process of preserving food by sealing it in airtight containers

1. present participle of can: preserving food in sealed containers
2. present participle of can: dismissing someone from a job
Usage: informal

Examples

• My grandmother taught me the art of canning vegetables from her garden.
• The canning industry revolutionized food storage in the 19th century.
• We spent the afternoon canning peaches for winter.
• Home canning requires proper sterilization techniques.
• The boss is canning three employees due to budget cuts.
• She’s been canning tomatoes all morning.
• Canning preserves food without refrigeration.