CANTEEN


Meaning of CANTEEN in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ kænti:n ]

( canteens)

1.

A canteen is a place in a factory, shop, or college where meals are served to the people who work or study there.

...a school canteen.

...canteen food.

= cafeteria

N-COUNT

2.

A canteen is a small plastic bottle for carrying water and other drinks. Canteens are used by soldiers.

...a full canteen of water.

N-COUNT

3.

A canteen of cutlery is a set of knives, forks, and spoons in a specially designed box.

N-COUNT : usu N of n

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