A can containing oil, especially one with a long nozzle for oiling machinery.
油壶，长嘴油壶；油罐
Example sentencesExamples
He reminded me of it as he picked up a large oilcan and placed it in the box.
On this particular day, lower caste women go with baskets on their heads, in which there is an oilcan or bottle.
Because it is not always possible to transport material by helicopter, troops are often required to carry awkward loads, including kerosene oilcans, rations, and building materials for bunkers.
I use a lubricating oil, such as WD - 40, from a pump-style oilcan to keep the file wet during use.
Synonyms
tin, canister
Definition of oilcan in US English:
oilcan
nounˈɔɪlˌkænˈoilˌkan
A can containing lubricating oil, especially one with a long nozzle.
油壶，长嘴油壶；油罐
Example sentencesExamples
On this particular day, lower caste women go with baskets on their heads, in which there is an oilcan or bottle.
Because it is not always possible to transport material by helicopter, troops are often required to carry awkward loads, including kerosene oilcans, rations, and building materials for bunkers.
He reminded me of it as he picked up a large oilcan and placed it in the box.
I use a lubricating oil, such as WD - 40, from a pump-style oilcan to keep the file wet during use.