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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ashcan

/æʃkæn/ noun · British & US
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What does ashcan mean?

noun

A container, typically made of metal, used for carrying or storing ashes, or a collection of rejected or inferior items, especially in the film industry.

Example

"The film studio's ashcan was filled with rejected scenes from the latest blockbuster."

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