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canning

2 syllables
noun
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As a noun, canning means the process of preserving food by heat processing in a sealed vessel (a jar or can).

Meanings of canning

2 meanings

verb

Present participle of can ("to be able to")
Present participle of can ("to seal in a can")

noun

  1. The process of preserving food by heat processing in a sealed vessel (a jar or can).

  2. The practice of collecting aluminum cans or other recyclable objects; making money by collecting and selling such things.

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