Can Definition
can
noun
- airtight sealed metal container for food or drink or paint etc.
- the quantity contained in a can
- a buoy with a round bottom and conical top
- the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on; "he deserves a good kick in the butt"; "are you going to sit on your fanny and do nothing?"
- a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination
- a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
verb
- preserve in a can or tin; "tinned foods are not very tasty"
- terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position; "The boss fired his secretary today"; "The company terminated 25% of its workers"
"Can" in song lyrics
See how can is used in real songs:
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"'Cause you gotta dog a hoe whenever you can"
2 Live Crew — When We Get Them Hoes -
"I see my superwoman, nobody cain't do it like she can"
2 Pistols f/ Tay Dizm, T-Pain — She Got It -
"My big dog told me Twin, move it fast as you can"
50/50 Twin — Grind
Words that rhyme with can
Usage tips for "can"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "can" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for can to find words that pair well.