Trash can

/træʃ kæn/ noun

Definition

A container where we put garbage and things we don't want anymore.

Etymology

Called 'trash can' because it's a can (container) that holds trash (things we throw away).

Kelly Says

A trash can is like a hungry monster that eats all the things we don't need! When you throw away your banana peel or empty juice box, the trash can keeps them safe until garbage day.

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