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Noun: canister  ka-nis-tu(r)
  1. A metallic cylinder packed with shot and used as ammunition in a firearm
    - case shot, canister shot
     
  2. Metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour
    - cannister, tin

Derived forms: canisters

Type of: ammo, ammunition, container

Encyclopedia: Canister