canister
//ˈkænɪstər//
Noun
canisterSingular
canistersPlural
1
A cylindrical container, typically made of metal, used for storing dry goods such as tea, coffee, flour, or sugar.
She keeps her coffee beans in a metal canister on the kitchen counter.
2
A small metal container that releases its contents when thrown or fired, such as a tear gas canister.
The police fired tear gas canisters to disperse the crowd.