ashcan Meaning & Definition
What Does Ashcan Mean?
As a noun, ashcan means A container for collecting ashes, especially from wood and coal fires, for eventual disposal elsewhere. It can also mean A dustbin, trash can, or the like. As a verb, it means To throw out like rubbish; to ditch or trash. As an adjective, it means Of or pertaining to the Ashcan School of American art.
Ashcan in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | dustbin, trash can and garbage can |
| Plural | ashcans |
| Verb forms | ashcans, ashcanning, ashcanned |
Ashcan Definition (Noun)
- A container for collecting ashes, especially from wood and coal fires, for eventual disposal elsewhere.
- A dustbin, trash can, or the like.
- A kind of large firecracker.
- A depth charge.
Ashcan as a Verb
- To throw out like rubbish; to ditch or trash.
Ashcan as an Adjective
- Of or pertaining to the Ashcan School of American art.
- Describing a comic book originally published solely to retain ownership of a trademark, not intended for general release; later used for promotional comic books intended for limited release to the public.
Noun
- A container for ashes, used in times past for accumulating ashes generated from wood and coal fires, for eventual disposal elsewhere. A dustbin.
Synonyms of Ashcan
Ashcan synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
ashcan (plural ashcans)
ashcan (third-person singular simple present ashcans, present participle ashcanning, simple past and past participle ashcanned)
ashcan (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Ashcan
Origin of Ashcan
From ash + can.
Common Questions About Ashcan
Is ashcan a noun or a verb?
Ashcan is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb and an adjective.
What is another word for ashcan?
Close synonyms of ashcan are dustbin, trash can and garbage can. See the full list of ashcan synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of ashcan?
The plural of ashcan is ashcans.
What is the past tense of ashcan?
The past tense of ashcan is ashcanned. The present participle is ashcanning.