can

  • 131can — ( in the can )   refers to the round metal/plastic container that holds or stores film (reels) for transport or for long term storage; a film that has been completed is known colloquially as in the can ; canned means pre recorded; also see reel… …

    Glossary of cinematic terms

  • 132can — See: AS BEST ONE CAN, CATCH AS CATCH CAN …

    Dictionary of American idioms