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The definition of cant
5 Definitions of: cant
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- noun, insincere talk, esp concerning religion or morals; pious platitudes
- noun, stock phrases that have become meaningless through repetition
- noun, specialized vocabulary of a particular group, such as thieves, journalists, or lawyers; jargon
- noun, singsong whining speech, as used by beggars
- verb, to speak in or use cant
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- noun, inclination from a vertical or horizontal plane; slope; slant
- noun, a sudden movement that tilts or turns something
- noun, the angle or tilt thus caused
- noun, a corner or outer angle, esp of a building
- noun, an oblique or slanting surface, edge, or line
- verb, to tip, tilt, or overturn, esp with a sudden jerk
- verb, to set in an oblique position
- verb, another word for bevel
- adjective, oblique; slanting
- adjective, having flat surfaces and without curves
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- adjective, lusty; merry; hearty
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| Synonyms: | lingo, angle, pretence, hypocrisy, lip service, humbug, pretentious, sanctimonious, jargon, slang | And more... |
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