Definition

Having corners or sides; not smooth or rounded.

Example

The cant shape of the roof allows rainwater to flow off easily.

Conversation

Have you seen that new coffee table in the store?

Yeah, it's really cool, but it looks a bit cant to me.

I thought the design was unique, though.

It is, but I prefer something more stable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To lean or tilt to one side, or to speak in a tone that sounds whining or insincere.

Example

The old ship began to cant as the waves grew stronger.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you notice how the picture cant to the side on the wall?

Yeah, it really makes the room look off-balance.

I think it would look better if we fixed the cant a bit.

Definition

A type of language that is insincere or hypocritical, often used to show false piety or moral superiority.

Example

The politician's speech was filled with cant, making it hard to trust his true intentions.

Conversation

Have you seen the new building downtown?

Yeah, it looks amazing, especially with that cant at the top.

I know, right? It really gives it a unique style.

Definition

To change the direction suddenly or to tilt something at an angle.

Example

He had to cant the picture frame to make it fit better on the wall.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, did you see how I cant the picture frame on the wall?

Yeah, it looks cool at that angle!

I thought it would give the room a more dynamic feel.

Root Explanation

Cant → The word 'cant' originates from Old French 'cant', meaning a song or chant. It refers to a specific type of speech or jargon, often associated with a particular group or profession.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cant' as a type of 'song' or 'chant' used by a specific group, which helps you remember that it refers to specialized language or jargon.

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