Usually means: Portable container for storing liquids.
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▸ noun:  A robust fuel container often made from pressed steel.

Similar:
jerry-can, jerry can, canister, tin can, bidon, beercan, beer can, drum, petrol tank, oil drum, more...

Opposite:
gas can, fuel canister, petrol container

Types:
5-gallon, 2-gallon, 1-gallon, 1/2-gallon, 1/4-gallon, more...

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Similar:
jerry-can, jerry can, canister, tin can, bidon, beercan, beer can, drum, petrol tank, oil drum, more...

Opposite:
gas can, fuel canister, petrol container

Types:
5-gallon, 2-gallon, 1-gallon, 1/2-gallon, 1/4-gallon, more...



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