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    Canne (en. Cane)

    /kan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Long and flexible stem, sometimes used for fishing.
    He bought a fishing rod to catch fish.
    Il a acheté une canne à pêche pour attraper des poissons.
    Stick used by elderly or ill people to move around.
    She walks leaning on her cane.
    Elle marche en s'appuyant sur sa canne.
    Tool made of metal or wood to lift something.
    The gardener uses a cane to support the plants.
    Le jardinier utilise une canne pour soutenir les plantes.
    Wind instrument in certain cultures.
    The cane is a traditional instrument in this region.
    La canne est un instrument traditionnel dans cette région.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'canna', which means 'reed'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take the cane
    Moving with a cane.
    prendre la canne
    walking stick
    Cane used to assist walking.
    canne de marche
    fishing rod
    Cane used for fishing.
    canne à pêche
    willow cane
    Cane made from natural materials like willow.
    canne en osier

    Related Words

    stick
    Elongated object used for support or striking.
    bâton
    stalk
    Long, slender part of a plant or object.
    tige
    reed
    Aquatic plant, often used to make canes.
    roseau
    support
    What supports or helps to maintain oneself.
    soutien

    Slang Meanings

    sugar cane
    It is said he fell into the sugar cane during his trip.
    On dit qu'il est tombé dans la canne à sucre pendant son voyage.
    combat cane
    He was seen fighting with his combat cane in the park.
    Il a été vu se battre avec sa canne de combat dans le parc.