trash can

noun

US

: a container that holds materials that have been thrown away

Examples of trash can in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

By making the encounter stressful, biologists hope the bear will leave the neighborhood, head back into wild habitat, and think twice before returning for another easy meal from a dumpster or trash can. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026

Here are details on packages of sliced turkey that will make the lunch crowd smile, and the wonky, slippery slices that will end up in the trash can. — Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026

Another option is to create a mixture of vinegar and mint oil and spray it onto areas of your home that have been attracting flies, such as your trash can or kitchen counter. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 28 July 2026

The handwash sink in the processing area near the ware wash sink was blocked by a trash can and rolling rack. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026

Rhymes for trash can

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