n.
- the hollow jointed stem of tall reeds, grasses, etc., especially bamboo or the slender, pliant stem of plants such as rattan.
▸a woody stem of a raspberry or related plant.
- a length of cane or a slender stick used as a support for plants, a walking stick, or an instrument of punishment.
v.
- beat with a cane as a punishment.
- Brit. informal take (drink or drugs) in large quantities.
Derivative
Etymology
ME: from OFr., via L. from Gk kanna, kannē, of Semitic origin.