English · Food & Drink
canned
/kænd/
[/kænd/]
preserved in a can
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Canned food has been sealed in a metal container so it lasts a long time.
Example
During the storm they relied on canned beans and soup until the shops reopened.
During the storm they relied on canned beans and soup until the shops reopened.
Etymology
From 'can' (metal container) plus '-ed'; 'can' from Old English 'canne'.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes food sealed in tins; informally, 'canned' laughter is prerecorded.