canteen
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //kænˈtiːn//
KK: /kænˈtin/
noun
Definition
A container or place used for carrying food and drinks, often used in outdoor activities or military settings.
Example
The hikers filled their canteens with water before starting the trail.
Conversation
Have you checked out the new canteen at school?
Not yet, but I heard it has great food!
Yeah, I went there for lunch yesterday, and it was awesome.
I need to go there soon, then!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
mess
cafeteria
canteen
Antonyms
desert
barrenness
emptiness
Root Explanation
Canteen → The word originates from the French *canteen*, meaning a small container for carrying water or food. It refers to a portable container used for holding liquids, especially in a military context.
Memory Tip
Think of a small container for carrying food or drink, as the French word 'canteen' directly relates to this idea.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.