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ash·can

or ash can (ăsh′kăn′)

1. A large, usually metal receptacle for trash.

2. Slang A depth charge.

3. Slang A powerful cylindrical firecracker.

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ashcan

(ˈæʃˌkæn)

a US word for dustbin Also called: garbage can, ash bin or trash can

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ash′can`

or ash′ can`,

1. a large metal barrel, can, or similar receptacle for ashes or refuse.

2. Slang. a depth charge.

[1895–1900]

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ashcan - a bin that holds rubbish until it is collected

ash bin, ashbin, ash-bin, dustbin, garbage can, trash barrel, trash bin, trash can, wastebin

bin - a container; usually has a lid

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