water cans

Sprout nozzle containers

Water cans are containers designed for carrying and pouring water, typically with a handle and spout.

The term usually refers to watering cans for gardens, with their distinctive long spout and perforated rose for gentle distribution: She filled the water can and tended to her seedlings.

Water cans may also be simple vessels for drinking water or storage.

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metal · hydration · pour · gallon jug · jug · irrigation · gardening · garden hose · sprinkle · container · vessel · bucket · fire bucket · bottles · emergency preparedness · disaster relief · drought relief · farming

Opposites
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G