a metal container, usually cylinder-shaped, for holding gases under pressure:
Canister
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A kind of case shot for cannon, in which a number of lead oriron balls in layers are inclosed in a case fitting the gun; --called also canister shot,
Canister meaning & definition 1 of Canister.
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A london (particularly South East) term. Another word for the head.
Canister meaning & definition 2 of Canister.
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A round or cylindrical container used for storing such things as food, chemicals, or rolls of film.
Canister meaning & definition 3 of Canister.
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