English Explanatory Dictionary

carry the can

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To take responsibility, especially in a challenging situation.

Pronunciation

en-au-carry the can.ogg

Word forms

carry the can carries the can carrying the can carried the can

Synonyms

take the rap

Related words

carry the mail kick at the can kick the can down the road bell the cat take one for the team
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