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canteens

noun

plural of canteen
1
as in camps

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as in kettles

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3
as in lockers

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for canteens
  1. camps
  2. kettles
  3. lockers
  4. clubhouses
  5. pitchers
  6. trunks
  7. clubs
  8. jugs
Noun
  • The Polisario Front, representing the Indigenous Sahrawi people, seeks self-determination and is supported by Algeria (where the refugee camps are located).
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2026
  • After media day, a few teams hit the road for at least a portion of their training camps.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of camps
Noun
  • At Oul, every detail—from the makgeolli kettles repurposed for water to the all-Korean drink menu of beer, soju, and cocktails—celebrates Korea’s vibrant drinking culture.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026
  • The long holiday weekend brings major savings on Le Creuset Dutch ovens, baking dishes, ergonomic utensils, whistling tea kettles, and cast iron bread ovens.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of kettles
Noun
  • To avoid bear encounters, Fish and Wildlife recommends removing unsecured food from cars and tents, using bear-resistant food canisters or bear lockers, and regularly disposing trash.
    — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2026
  • After any communication, workers store their devices in lockers on the kiosk where they can be charged or temporarily put out of service, and flagged to a manager to check on it.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of lockers
Noun
  • The neighborhood has 335 homes from $675,000 to over $1 million, two clubhouses, two swimming pools, a swim team and lots of potluck and other get-togethers.
    — Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Every week, hundreds of thousands of people walk through the gates of stadiums and arenas, millions will gather in clubhouses, sports halls, gyms and community centres.
    — Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of clubhouses
Noun
  • But the Marlins will not pressure any of their starting pitchers to pitch in relief between starts; those pitchers would need to want to do it, which was the case this past month.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 29 Sep. 2026
  • The 2026 Dodgers used 12 different pitchers over the weekend against the Giants.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of pitchers
Noun
  • Their extraordinary height, massive trunks and quiet solemnity really moved me.
    — Antonia Bowring, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Keep the paper bags 2 to 3 inches away from the base of plant stems and tree trunks to prevent moisture buildup and rot.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of trunks
Noun
  • By 2014, Remm had expanded from 11 to 13 restaurants and clubs.
    — Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The town also has a more polished side, with high-end homes and private clubs adding a new dimension to its traditional rural character.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of clubs
Noun
  • Detergent sheets for laundry typically come in slim cardboard boxes rather than plastic jugs, which helps households cut down on plastic waste.
    — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Slim cardboard packaging replaces bulky plastic jugs, making detergent sheets for laundry appealing to anyone looking for eco-friendly laundry detergent options.
    — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of jugs
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“Canteens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canteens. Accessed 1 Oct. 2026.

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