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jerricans


Meanings
  • noun

    Large metal or plastic containers with handles, used for transporting liquids, especially water or oil.

    - "They used jerricans to transport water to the construction site."
    - "The jerrican fell and spilled its contents, causing a mess."

Variants
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jerrican , jerricans , jerry can , jerry cans
Etymology
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Jerricans are believed to have originated from the term 'jerrycan', which was derived from the German word 'Geritten', meaning 'to carry on one's back'. They gained popularity during World War II when they were used by the military for transporting fuel.


Trivia
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  1. Jerricans were first used during World War II to transport fuel for the military.

  2. Jerricans can hold up to 20 gallons (75 liters) of liquid.

  3. Jerricans are also known as 'GI jerricans' or 'jerry cans'.


Related Concepts
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  1. Jerrycan: An alternative name for a jerrican.


Culture
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Jerricans have been widely used in various cultures for transporting liquids, especially in areas where access to modern transportation is limited. They have been featured in literature, such as Ernest Hemingway's 'For Whom the Bell Tolls', and in music, such as Bob Marley's 'No Woman, No Cry'.

How to Memorize "jerricans"

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