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cane1 (keɪn
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Definitions
noun
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- the long jointed pithy or hollow flexible stem of the bamboo, rattan, or any similar plant
- any plant having such a stem
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- strips of such stems, woven or interlaced to make wickerwork, the seats and backs of chairs, etc
- (as modifier) ⇒
a cane chair
- the woody stem of a reed, young grapevine, blackberry, raspberry, or loganberry
- any of several grasses with long stiff stems, esp Arundinaria gigantea of the southeastern US
- a flexible rod with which to administer a beating as a punishment, as to schoolboys
- a slender rod, usually wooden and often ornamental, used for support when walking; walking stick
- See sugar cane
- a slender rod or cylinder, as of glass
verb
- to whip or beat with or as if with a cane
- to make or repair with cane
- (informal) to defeat ⇒
we got well caned in the match
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See cane it
Derived Forms
ˈcaner nounWord Origin
C14: from Old French, from Latin canna, from Greek kanna, of Semitic origin; related to Arabic qanāh reedExample Sentences Including 'caner'
She said: `He's famous for being a caner who loves to party but is also caring, considerate and charming.Sun, News of the World (2005)
With a gorgeous figure and flawless complexion, she looks like Britney did before she became a caner.Sun, News of the World (2005)
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