CAN
/ˈkæn/
3-letter word · 5 Scrabble points · 7 Words With Friends points
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Meaning of CAN
verb
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(auxiliary verb, defective) To know how to; to be able to.
"She can speak English, French, and German. I can play football. Can you remember your fifth birthday?"
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(modal auxiliary verb, defective) May; to be permitted or enabled to.
"You can go outside and play when you're finished with your homework. Can I use your pen?"
noun
- A more or less cylindrical vessel for liquids, usually of steel or aluminium, but sometimes of plastic, and with a carrying handle over the top.
- A container used to carry and dispense water for plants (a watering can).
verb
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To seal in a can.
"They canned air to sell as a novelty to tourists."
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To preserve by heating and sealing in a jar or can.
"They spent August canning fruit and vegetables."
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About the word CAN
Is "CAN" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "CAN" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 5 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "CAN" worth?
In Scrabble, "CAN" is worth 5 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 7 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 15.
What does "CAN" mean?
(auxiliary verb, defective) To know how to; to be able to.
Does "CAN" have any anagrams?
No, "CAN" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.