(chiefly US and Canada, idiomatic) To make an attempt; to try.

(singing, humorous) vocal performance that is impressively powerful, but lacking in subtlety, nuance, and technical skill.

(Canada, US) A receptacle, usually roughly cylindrical and wider at the top than at the bottom, which serves as a place to discard waste materials.

plural of can-opener

plural of kick at the can

A game played by children, similar to tag, where tagged players are freed if an untagged player manages to kick over a discarded tin can etc. set up for this purpose.

A game played by children, similar to tag.

(US) A receptacle which serves as a place to discard waste materials.

(informal) confident and willing to get a job done.

(idiomatic) In the best possible way, given one's circumstances and abilities.