canned

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   Stored and preserved in a sealed metal can.

   We keep canned tomatoes and beans in the cupboard for quick meals.

2. 2
   adj

   Prepared in advance and used many times, so it sounds artificial or unoriginal.

   The sitcom uses canned laughter after every joke.

3. 3
   adj

   Dismissed or fired from a job.

   He got canned after arriving late three days in a row.

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