NYT Dictionary

OILCAN

/ˈɔiːl.ˌkæn/
NounOIL-canoil-can · 2 syllablesGrade 3

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2023

Meaning

A container with a long spout, for holding oil and delivering it in drops or small quantities for lubrication.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From oil + can.

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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