Definitions

1. noun

A container for collecting and storing ash, such as from a fireplace or furnace.

“She emptied the ashcan into the trash can outside.”

2. noun

A container for trash or garbage, especially one made of metal or plastic.

“The city installed new ashcans on every street corner to encourage recycling.”

3. noun

In American cinema, a B-movie or a film considered of poor quality.

“The film was released straight to video, but some critics called it an ashcan film.”

4. verb

To discard or throw away something, especially as worthless or useless.

“The company will ashcan its old inventory to make room for new products.”