Caned: meaning, definitions and examples

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caned

 

[ keษชnd ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

punishment method

To cane someone means to hit them with a cane, typically as a form of punishment. This practice has been historically used in schools and legal systems as a disciplinary measure.

Synonyms

beat, lash, whip

Examples of usage

  • The school used to cane students for misbehavior.
  • He was caned for being late to class.
  • In some countries, offenders are caned as a legal punishment.
Context #2 | Noun

type of stick

A caned is a type of stick or rod that is used for hitting or as a walking aid. Canes can also refer to the thin, flexible stems of plants such as bamboo.

Synonyms

rod, staff, stick

Examples of usage

  • He walked with a cane after his injury.
  • The gardener used a cane to support the plants.
  • She took a cane to assist her while walking.

Translations

Translations of the word "caned" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cana

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเค‚เคกเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stock

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tongkat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะปะธั†ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kij

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ–

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bรขton

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bastรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sopa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€ํŒก์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุตุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hลฏl

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ palica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰‹ๆ–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ palica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kylfa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐัา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒแƒฎแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daban

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bastรณn

Etymology

The term 'caned' originates from the Middle English word 'cane', which is derived from the Latin 'canna', meaning a reed or a hollow tube. The concept of using a cane as a tool or weapon can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where canes were utilized not only for walking but also for punishment. Historically, caning became prevalent in schools during the 19th century as a disciplinary method, especially in British education systems. Over time, the use of canes spread to various cultures around the globe, leading to a diverse range of perceptions and practices associated with corporal punishment. In contemporary society, the use of canes for punishment is declining due to shifting attitudes towards discipline and corporal punishment in educational and legal systems.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,220, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.