Cane

Pronunciation: /keɪn/

Definitions of cane

noun a long, hollow or solid, slender stick, usually of wood, used for walking, support, or as a weapon

Example Sentences

A1 She uses a cane to help her walk.

A2 The old man leaned on his cane as he walked down the street.

B1 The hiker used a sturdy cane to help him navigate the rugged terrain.

B2 The artist used a cane as a prop in his latest painting.

C1 The antique cane collection was displayed in a glass case at the museum.

C2 The politician carried a gold-tipped cane as a symbol of his power and authority.

Examples of cane in a Sentence

formal The elderly gentleman walked with a cane to assist him with his mobility.

informal My grandpa always carries his trusty cane with him wherever he goes.

slang I heard that new rapper's lyrics are straight fire, he's definitely bringing the cane to the game.

figurative The CEO used his influence as a cane to guide the company towards success.

Grammatical Forms of cane

• past tense: canned
• plural: canes
• comparative: more cane
• superlative: most cane
• present tense: cane
• future tense: will cane
• perfect tense: have caned
• continuous tense: canning
• singular: cane
• positive degree: cane
• infinitive: to cane
• gerund: canning
• participle: canning

Origin and Evolution of cane

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'cane' originated from the Latin word 'canna' which referred to a reed or cane plant.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'cane' evolved to refer to a walking stick or a type of sugar derived from the sugarcane plant.