hot-water can

A form of hot water can — A can (often with a spout and handle) filled with hot water, used to warm a room, to keep one's feet warm, or to supply water for such things as shaving, washing, etc.

Meanings

nounhot-water can (plural hot-water cans)

plural hot-water cans

  1. alternativeAlternative form of hot water can.
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