English Explanatory Dictionary

in the can

English dictionary entry

Meanings

prep_phrase
  1. Having been shot and stored in a film can, or at the equivalent stage for a digital take.
  2. At a late stage of completion, generally when the actual work is done and some finalizing process must be undertaken.

Pronunciation

en-au-in the can.ogg

Word forms

in the can
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