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What is "Can" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 15-Jan-2023 (10 months, 14 days ago)
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Can
A large cylindrical container for receiving and holding lengths of SLIVER delivered from the front of a Carding Machine, Drawing Frame, or Combing Machine.

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