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The definition of cant

5 Definitions of: cant

    1. noun, insincere talk, esp concerning religion or morals; pious platitudes
    2. noun, stock phrases that have become meaningless through repetition
    3. noun, specialized vocabulary of a particular group, such as thieves, journalists, or lawyers; jargon
    4. noun, singsong whining speech, as used by beggars
    5. verb, to speak in or use cant
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    1. noun, inclination from a vertical or horizontal plane; slope; slant
    2. noun, a sudden movement that tilts or turns something
    3. noun, the angle or tilt thus caused
    4. noun, a corner or outer angle, esp of a building
    5. noun, an oblique or slanting surface, edge, or line
    6. verb, to tip, tilt, or overturn, esp with a sudden jerk
    7. verb, to set in an oblique position
    8. verb, another word for bevel
    9. adjective, oblique; slanting
    10. adjective, having flat surfaces and without curves
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    1. adjective, lusty; merry; hearty
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