can

1. can (noun) — sense 1

Definition: A container or vessel, especially for liquids, usually made of metal.

Example: I keep a can of fuel for emergencies.

2. can (noun) — sense 2

Definition: A container or vessel, especially for liquids, usually made of metal.: A sealed metal container, cylindrical or cuboid in form, typically used to store preserved foods.

Example: Soup in a can lasts for years.

3. can (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A container used to carry and dispense water for plants (a watering can).

4. can (verb) — sense 4

Definition: To seal in a can.

Example: They canned air to sell as a novelty to tourists.

5. can (verb) — sense 5

Definition: To preserve by heating and sealing in a jar or can.

Example: They spent August canning fruit and vegetables.

6. can (verb) — sense 6

Definition: To discard, scrap or terminate (an idea, project, etc.).

Example: He canned the whole project because he thought it would fail.