Cannister
noun
A small, often cylindrical container used for holding substances such as food, liquids, or chemicals.
He stored the flour in a sealed cannister to keep it fresh.

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storage cannister,cannister of gas,plastic cannister
noun
A small, often cylindrical container used for holding substances such as food, liquids, or chemicals.
He stored the flour in a sealed cannister to keep it fresh.

Usage tips
Neutral
storage cannister,cannister of gas,plastic cannister
Definition 1 of 1

Context
When discussing storage, 'cannister' implies a secure way to hold items.
A sealed cannister is crucial for preserving freshness.
Formality
This term can be used in both formal and informal settings, but tends to appear more in technical contexts.
In a kitchen, using 'cannister' sounds more professional.
Nuance
Using 'cannister' suggests a higher level of protection than the word 'box'.
Choose 'cannister' when safety or preservation is key.
Context
When discussing storage, 'cannister' implies a secure way to hold items.
A sealed cannister is crucial for preserving freshness.
Formality
This term can be used in both formal and informal settings, but tends to appear more in technical contexts.
In a kitchen, using 'cannister' sounds more professional.
Nuance
Using 'cannister' suggests a higher level of protection than the word 'box'.
Choose 'cannister' when safety or preservation is key.
Context
When discussing storage, 'cannister' implies a secure way to hold items.
A sealed cannister is crucial for preserving freshness.
Formality
This term can be used in both formal and informal settings, but tends to appear more in technical contexts.
In a kitchen, using 'cannister' sounds more professional.
Nuance
Using 'cannister' suggests a higher level of protection than the word 'box'.
Choose 'cannister' when safety or preservation is key.
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