cant


Definition: Meaning of, cant in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / kant /

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  1. [uncountable] insincere talk about moral or religious principles by someone who is pretending to be better than they really are
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  2. [uncountable] formal special words used by a particular group of people, especially in order to keep things secret [=  slang]
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[intransitive and transitive]
  1. to lean, or make something lean
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cant used in phrases

  • cant dog (noun)
    1. a stout lever with a sharp spike; used for handling logs
  • cant hook (noun)
    1. a peavey having a hook instead of a spike; used for handling logs
  • cant over (verb)
    1. heel over
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