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Plural for language or jargon specific to a particular group or profession
“This was not a constructed language, but a secret vocabulary, a cant or argot in the linguist's term, which uses the grammar and syntax of English as well as most of its core vocabulary.”
Plural for hypocritical, sanctimonious or deceptive talk or behavior
“In the purest form, realism holds that ideology has little impact on state behavior but is rather a cloak to disguise the pursuit of real interests in the cant of religious or secular philosophy or rhetoric.”
Plural for a slope or tilt
“You can adjust the cant to your preference for strong side carry, or set the rig up for cross draw if you're working out of a car for long periods.”
Plural for meaningless talk or activity, typically designed to trick someone or conceal the truth of a situation
Plural for a brief downward slope followed by an upward one
Plural for a concerted set of messages aimed at influencing the opinions or behavior of large numbers of people
Plural for a form of words used by a person performing conjuring tricks
To have or cause to have a slanting or oblique position
“This is easier than might be imagined, as a slight move of the hanging weight will cant the beam considerably.”
To utter with a musical or prolonged note(s) or tone(s)
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