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.