cane
[kสฐeษชn]IPA: /K EY1 N/
noun
- 1
A plant with simple stems, like bamboo or sugar cane, or the stem thereof
- 2
The stem of such a plant adapted for use as a tool
- 3
A rod-shaped tool or device, somewhat like a cane
- 4
Split rattan, as used in wickerwork, basketry and the like
- 5
A local European measure of length; the canna.
verb
- 1
To strike or beat with a cane or similar implement
- 2
To destroy; to comprehensively defeat
โMudchester Rovers were caned 10-0.โ
- 3
To do something well, in a competent fashion
- 4
To produce extreme pain
โDon't hit me with that. It really canes!โ
- 5
To make or furnish with cane or rattan.
โto cane chairsโ
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