jerrican

Meanings

• noun

  A large, cylindrical container with a handle used to hold and serve liquids, particularly rum, usually made of metal or plastic.

  - "He carried a jerrican of water to the thirsty travelers."
  - "The partygoers cheered as the bartender filled a jerrican with punch."

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Variants

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jerrican , jerricans , jerry can , jerry cans

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Etymology

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Derived from the Taino word 'guaricana', meaning 'gourd container'. The term 'jerrican' evolved from the use of metal or plastic containers replacing the traditional gourds.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'jerrican' is also sometimes referred to as a 'jug' or 'pitcher'

2. The term 'jerrican' is derived from the Taino word 'guaricana', meaning 'gourd container'

3. Jerricans are commonly used in outdoor events, parties, and barbecues to serve various beverages.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rum: A distilled alcoholic beverage made from sugarcane byproducts such as molasses or sugarcane juice, originating from the Caribbean.

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Culture

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The jerrican is a popular symbol of Caribbean culture, particularly associated with the islands' rich history of rum production and consumption. It is often used in art and literature to represent the laid-back, carefree spirit of the islands.

How to Memorize "jerrican"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, cylindrical container with a handle, often made of metal or plastic, used to hold and serve liquids, particularly rum.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'jerrican' with Caribbean culture, rum, and a large, cylindrical container.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the acronym 'JAR' (Jamaica And Rum) to associate with the term 'jerrican'.

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