1. plural of can; metal containers used for storing food or drinks
2. buttocks
Usage: slang

1. third person singular present of can; preserves food in sealed containers
2. third person singular present of can; dismisses from a job
Usage: informal

Examples

• She bought several cans of soup at the grocery store.
• The recycling bin was full of aluminum cans.
• My grandmother cans peaches every summer.
• The company cans employees who violate safety rules.
• Empty cans should be rinsed before recycling.
• He cans tomatoes from his garden each fall.
• The pantry shelves were lined with cans of vegetables.