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Garbage can (curbside)
Used when referring to waste disposal during curbside collection.
Literal Meaning
Waste material; refuse" - "A cylindrical container" - "Located at the edge of a street or road
Actual Meaning
Large wheeled bin for rubbish collection
Examples in Context

If you leave the garbage can too close to the road, it might get knocked over by a passing car.

Don't forget to take the garbage can out to the curbside on Tuesday night for pickup.

We need to clear out the kitchen; the garbage can is overflowing and it's time to put it out curbside.

Helpful Tips
  • 1This phrase is commonly used in areas where garbage collection is scheduled on certain days, so knowing the schedule can help in understanding when to use it.
  • 2In some neighborhoods, it's also acceptable to put out recycling bins for pickup curbside, so you might hear similar phrases regarding recycling.
  • 3People might ask if the garbage can is out curbside to see if you have completed your chores, so be attentive to the context of the conversation.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
waste container
trash bin
refuse receptacle
rubbish container
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