can

Meanings

• noun

  A container with a lid, used for storing or transporting liquids or dry goods.

  - "He carried a can of soda."
  - "She used a large can to water the plants."

• verb

  Have the ability or power to do something.

  - "I can't lift this heavy box."
  - "She can sing very well."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkæn/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈkæn/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

can't , cannot , can’t

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Synonyms

be able to , cognize , grok , ken , may , tin

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with can
van , man , plan

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. cane (English) : A long, rigid stick, typically with a curved handle, used as a walking aid or as a weapon.
   

2. can't (English) : Cannot, unable.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of can that leads to same result
can , canned , canner , canners , canning , cans , could , canful , canfuls , cansful , in the can , Can , Canad , canst , couldest , couldst , can-do , can-do-ism , can-do-isms , can of worms

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Forms

Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

cans, can't, could, would, shall, should, may, might, must

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'canne' from Proto-Germanic 'kanna'. The word has cognates in other Germanic languages.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. A standard size for a can of soda is 12 ounces.

2. The largest can ever made was 34 feet tall and 28 feet in diameter, and it was used to store wheat in North Dakota.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. container: A large class of objects designed to hold or store various substances.

2. lid: A removable cover for a container, often used to prevent spillage or contamination.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

The 'can' has been used as a symbol of abundance, as seen in the phrase 'can of worms', which refers to a situation that, once opened, reveals a multitude of problems or difficulties.

How to Memorize "can"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a container with a lid.
   - Imagine yourself holding a can of soda.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'can' with the image of a container.
   - Connect the word 'can' with the idea of storing or transporting substances.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: 'C'ontainer, 'A'bility.'
   - Use the rhyme 'I can, I man, I plan' as a memory aid.

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