▸ Specimen Drawer
Objects & Tools — Lesson 75
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canisters
ˈkænəstərz
A metallic cylinder packed with shot and used as ammunition in a firearm — I bought a set of kitchen canisters.
She keeps the flour in airtight canisters.
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cannery
ˈkænəri
A factory where food is canned — the old cannery has been converted into apartments.
The cannery processes thousands of tomatoes each day.
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cannonball
ˈkænənbɔːl
A solid projectile that in former times was fired from a cannon — the cannonball flew through the air and hit the castle wall.
The cannonball flew through the air and hit the castle wall.
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cannons
ˈkænənz
A large artillery gun that is usually on wheels — the cannons fired at the fortress all night.
The cannons fired at the fortress all night.
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canoes
kəˈnuz
Small and light boat; pointed at both ends; propelled with a paddle — the canoes were tied to the dock.
We rented canoes and paddled down the river.
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canopy
ˈkænəpi
The transparent covering of an aircraft cockpit — the car has a glass canopy on the roof.
The bride walked under a beautiful white canopy.
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cans
kænz
Metal containers, usually cylindrical, used for storing food or beverages — I bought two cans of soda.
I bought two cans of soda.
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canteen
kænˈtiːn
A flask for carrying water; used by soldiers or travelers — the factory canteen offers affordable meals.
The students eat lunch at the school canteen.
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canteens
kænˈtiːnz
A flask for carrying water; used by soldiers or travelers — the school has two canteens that serve lunch every day.
The school has two canteens that serve lunch every day.
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cantilever
kæn.təˈlɪv.ɚ
Projecting horizontal beam fixed at one end only — the bridge features a long cantilever that extends over the river.
The bridge features a long cantilever that extends over the river.
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cap
kæp
A tight-fitting headdress — she bought a new cap at the store.
He wore a cap to protect his eyes from the sun.
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caparison
kəˈpæɹɪsən
A decorated cloth or ornamental covering draped over a horse, especially a — a caparison of silk and gold adorned the ceremonial horse.
The knight's caparison was emblazoned with his family crest.
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