Canikins

/ˈkænɪkɪnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of canikin; multiple small cans or drinking vessels.

Etymology

Regular English plural formation of canikin using the -s ending.

Kelly Says

In Shakespeare's time, canikins would have been common drinking vessels in taverns—when Othello describes 'a night of revels,' Iago and the soldiers are probably passing around canikins of wine.

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