cane
Произношение: [keɪn]
Слово
Контекст: «objects»
(noun) a long, thin stick that people use for walking or to help steady themselves. It's often used by people who have trouble walking safely.
Пример
The elderly man walked slowly with his cane to support his legs.
Пример
She didn't need a cane, so she walked freely and easily across the park.
Пример
Why does that person use a cane when they walk?
Контекст: «action»
(verb) to hit someone with a flexible stick, usually as a form of punishment. This is something that is not allowed in most places anymore because it's hurtful.
Пример
In the past, students would be caned for not following rules in school.
Пример
These days, teachers do not cane students for making mistakes; they have better ways to help them.
Пример
Do you think anyone should still be caned as punishment?
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