ALL meanings of carry the can
car·ry the can
C c - noun carry the can to take the responsibility for some misdemeanour, etc (on behalf of) 3
- noun carry the can a sealed container for food, beverages, etc., as of aluminum, sheet iron coated with tin, or other metal: a can of soup. 1
- noun carry the can a receptacle for garbage, ashes, etc.: a trash can. 1
- noun carry the can a bucket, pail, or other container for holding or carrying liquids: water can. 1
- noun carry the can a drinking cup; tankard. 1
- noun carry the can a metal or plastic container for holding film on cores or reels. 1
- noun carry the can Slang: Usually Vulgar. toilet; bathroom. 1
- noun carry the can Slang. jail: He's been in the can for a week. 1
- noun carry the can Slang: Sometimes Vulgar. buttocks. 1
- noun carry the can cans, Slang. a set of headphones designed to cover the ears. Compare earbuds. 1
- noun carry the can Military Slang. a depth charge. a destroyer. 1
- verb with object carry the can to preserve by sealing in a can, jar, etc. 1
- verb with object carry the can Slang. to dismiss; fire. 1
- verb with object carry the can Slang. to throw (something) away. 1
- verb with object carry the can Slang. to put a stop to: Can that noise! 1
- verb with object carry the can to record, as on film or tape. 1
- idioms carry the can carry the can, British and Canadian Slang. to take the responsibility. 1
- idioms carry the can in the can, recorded on film; completed: The movie is in the can and ready for release. 1
- verb carry the can (Idiomatic) (Britain, Canada) To take responsibility, especially in a challenging situation. 0