Results for can

Definition of can:

• part of speech: (noun)

  A vessel for holding liquids.

• part of speech: (noun)

  A cup or other vessel made of metal.

• part of speech: (verb)

  Can denotes power when joined to another verb, as, I can eat- that is, I have the power to eat.

• part of speech: (verb intransitive)

  To be able.

Usage examples for can:

“ Miss Daisy, I don't see how I can ” Melbourne House, - Elizabeth Wetherell.

“ I can well believe that. ” Cruel As The Grave, - Mrs. Emma D. E. N. Southworth.