This meaning of 'can' means a box made of metal for storing food or drinks. People use cans to keep food safe for a long time.
I drink juice from a can.
She opened a can of beans.
This use of 'can' shows ability or possibility. It means someone knows how to do something or it is allowed.
I can swim very well.
Can you help me now?
Here, 'can' is used to ask or give permission to do something. It lets someone know if it is okay to do an action.
You can go now.
Can I use your phone?
'Can' here means a metal bin used to throw away waste or garbage. It is often found outdoors or in homes.
Put the trash in the can.
The can is full of garbage.
This less common verb use means to record or film a performance or event, often for later use.
They will can the concert today.
The show was canned last night.
In informal speech, 'can' means to remove or stop someone's job, usually because of poor work or company reasons.
He was canned last week.
They canned many workers this year.
This meaning refers to a strong container, often metal or plastic, used for liquids like fuel or chemicals.
Fill the can with petrol.
He carried a can of oil.
'Can' is sometimes used as slang for 'toilet' or 'bathroom' in informal English, mostly in spoken language.
I need to use the can.
Where is the can here?
