English Synonym Finder

cane

Definitions

A short stick or staff used as an aid in walking or as a fashion accessory.

The hollow, jointed stem of a tall grass, such as bamboo, rattan, or sugar cane.

A slender, flexible switch used for corporal punishment.

Examples

The elderly man walked slowly down the street using his wooden cane.

She used a cane to help her balance while hiking up the steep trail.

The gardener cut a long piece of sugar cane to show us how it grows.

Synonyms

stick staff walking stick rod pole crutch stalk

Antonyms

support base foundation pillar beam post anchor