Canteen Definition
canteen
- noun
- a flask for carrying water; used by soldiers or travelers
- sells food and personal items to personnel at an institution or school or camp etc.
- a restaurant outside; often for soldiers or policemen
- a recreation room in an institution
- restaurant in a factory; where workers can eat
"Canteen" in song lyrics
See how canteen is used in real songs:
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"Your water's from a bottle, mine's from a canteen"
Gorillaz f/ Bootie Brown, San Fernando Valley Youth Chorus — Dirty Harry -
"Ether or arsenic in my canteen"
J.J. Brown f/ Block McCloud, Celph Titled — Froze Prose -
"50 bucks and a canteen"
Pastor Troy — Pastor Troy for President
Words that rhyme with canteen
Usage tips for "canteen"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "canteen" 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 canteen to find words that pair well.