Meaning of the word canned in English

What does canned mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

canned

US /kænd/

UK /kænd/

preserved in a can or jar

Example:

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We had canned peaches for dessert.

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She prefers fresh vegetables over canned ones.

Synonym:

tinned preserved bottled jarred

(of laughter or applause) recorded and added to a broadcast or performance

Example:

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The sitcom used a lot of canned laughter.

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The audience could tell the applause was canned.

Synonym:

pre-recorded artificial fake simulated

to preserve (food) in a can or jar

Example:

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They spent the summer canning fruits and vegetables.

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My grandmother used to can her own tomatoes.

Synonym:

preserve bottle jar tin

to dismiss (an employee) from a job

Example:

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He was canned for insubordination.

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The company decided to can several employees due to budget cuts.

Synonym:

fire dismiss sack terminate discharge