A jerrycan is a type of container that is used to store and transport liquids, such as gasoline or water. It is usually made of metal or plastic and has a handle and a lid. Full definition
He said, «The Divisional Police Officer and her men were patrolling the area about 4 am and saw some residents coming out with jerrycans of diesel from those houses. (punchng.com)
On 28 March 2012, during the 2012 United Kingdom fuel crisis, Maude «foolishly» advised people to fill up their vehicles and to store fuel in garages in jerrycans. (en.wikipedia.org)