Definitions for oilcanˈɔɪlˌkæn
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
oil•canˈɔɪlˌkæn(n.)
a can having a long spout through which oil is poured or squirted to lubricate machinery or the like.
Origin of oilcan:
1830–40
Princeton's WordNet
oilcan(noun)
a can with a long nozzle to apply oil to machinery
Wiktionary
oilcan(Noun)
A container with a long spout, for containing oil and delivering it in drops or small quantities for lubricating machinery
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