canned
Translation
tinned, canned, prerecorded
Examples
I like to eat canned tuna.
I like to eat tinned tuna.
The show used canned laughter.
The show used canned laughter.
Grammar Patterns
canned ((noun)) preserved in a can (US term, UK uses 'tinned') I like to eat canned tuna.
canned ((laughter/music)) prerecorded and therefore not genuine The show used canned laughter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tinned, preserved; prerecorded, artificial
Etymology
From the noun 'can' + the past participle suffix '-ed', forming an adjective.
Memory Tips
Something that is 'canned' has been put in a can. This is the primary meaning.