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Definition of canting - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
artDated tool for applying wax in batik makingDated
- She used a canting to draw patterns on the fabric.
Adjective
1.
speechRare speaking in a hypocritical or insincere mannerRare
- The politician's canting speech fooled no one.
2.
geometryRare slanted or tilted in positionRare
- The canting roof needed repairs after the storm.
Expressions with canting
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heraldic bearing as a visual pun
The canting arms featured a lion for the surname Lyon.
Origin of canting
Latin, cantus (song)
Examples of canting in a sentence
A fine-tipped canting helps control the flow of hot wax on silk. His canting remarks were met with skepticism. The canting tone of her apology was evident. The canting walls of the old house were a concern. Architects admired the canting angles of the modern building.
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- French:canting, hypocrite, ...
- German:Canting, heuchlerisch, ...
- Italian:strumento a pennino per applicare la cera nella tecnica del batik, ipocrita, ...
- Spanish:canting, hipócrita, ...
- Portuguese:ferramenta usada na aplicação de cera em batique, hipócrita, ...
- Chinese:蜡刀, 虚伪的, ...
- Japanese:カンティン, 偽善的な, ...
- Arabic:جَانْتِينغ, مُرَائِي, ...
- Hebrew:קַנְטִינְג, צָבוּעַ, ...
- Russian:кантинг, лицемерный, ...
- Ukrainian:кантинг, лицемірний, ...
- Hindi:कैन्टिंग, पाखंडी, ...
Definition of cant - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
specialized languageTECH. specific jargon used by a particular groupTECH.
- The cant of legal professionals often confuses laypeople..
2.
hypocrisyDated insincere or hypocritical speechDated
- He dismissed their concerns about the environment as mere cant..
3.
roadTECH. UK slope in the turn of a roadTECH. UK
- The cant of the road helped vehicles turn safely.
4.
SheltaTECH. UK language spoken by some Irish TravellersTECH. UK
- He spoke in cant, a language of the Travellers.
5.
speechDated singsong whining speech used by beggarsDated
- The beggar's cant was hard to ignore.
Verb
1.
hypocritical talkintr. Dated speak hypocritically about moral or religious mattersintr. Dated
- He canted about the evils of wealth while owning multiple mansions..
2.
movementtr. give a sudden turn or new directiontr.
- The driver canted the wheel sharply to avoid the obstacle.
3.
speechintr. Dated talk in a singsong or whining mannerintr. Dated
- The beggar canted for sympathy on the street.
4.
positiontr. Rare set something at an angletr. Rare
- He canted the picture frame for better viewing.
5.
languageintr. TECH. speak using the jargon of a subgroupintr. TECH.
- He canted like a true insider at the meeting.
6.
set phrasesintr. Dated speak in set phrases or clichésintr. Dated
- She tends to cant during her speeches.
Adjective
1.
angleoblique or slanting in position or direction
- The cant roof added a unique look to the house.
2.
behaviorDated hypocritical or sanctimonious in speechDated
- His cant attitude during the meeting was noticeable.
Images of cant
slope in the turn of a road
Expressions with cant
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tilt or lean to one side
The ship began to cant over in the storm.
stout lever with a sharp spike for handling logs
The lumberjack used a cant dog to move the heavy log.
logging tool with wooden handle and metal hook
The logger used a cant hook to move the heavy log.
special words or phrases used by lawyers
The contract was full of lawyers' cant that confused me.
Origin of cant
Latin, cantus (song)
Examples of cant in a sentence
She quickly picked up the cant of the tech industry. Politicians are often accused of cant during campaigns. His apology was filled with cant and insincerity. The cant was crucial for the racetrack's design. Engineers adjusted the cant for better drainage. Cant was used to keep their conversations private.
The book included a glossary of cant terms. His cant was a familiar sound in the alley. Street performers often resort to cant to attract attention. She canted about charity but never donated herself. Politicians often cant about integrity while engaging in corruption. He canted his head to listen better. The ship canted to one side in the storm. The child canted a nursery rhyme. She canted her complaints to anyone who would listen. Cant the sign slightly toward the entrance. The technician canted the monitor to reduce glare. The group canted about their secret project. She canted fluently, impressing the new recruits. Politicians often cant to appeal to voters. He would cant endlessly about his achievements. The cant wall gave the room an artistic flair. Builders struggled with the cant angle of the structure. Her cant remarks were evident to everyone. The politician's cant promises fooled no one.
View all translations of cant
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- French:jargon, moraliser, ...
- German:Fachsprache, heuchlerisch reden, ...
- Italian:linguaggio settoriale, essere ipocrita, ...
- Spanish:jerga, hablar con hipocresía, ...
- Portuguese:jargão, falar com hipocrisia, ...
- Chinese:黑话, 说教, ...
- Japanese:専門用語, 偽善的な話をする, ...
- Arabic:مصطلحات خاصة, تظاهر بالتقوى, ...
- Hebrew:זַ'רְגוֹן, לְהַטִּיף מוּסָר, ...
- Russian:жаргон, проповедовать, ...
- Ukrainian:арго, лицемірити, ...
- Hindi:पारिभाषिक शब्दावली, पाखंडी बातें करना, ...
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