Meaning of the word "in the can" in English

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in the can

US /ɪn ðə kæn/
UK /ɪn ðə kæn/
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Idiom

1.

completed and ready for use or presentation

Example:
The film is finally in the can and ready for release.
We need to get this report in the can by Friday.
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