Definitions
n. a stick used to support someone while walking
手杖
n. flexible plant stems used for making furniture and baskets
藤条；藤材
n. a tall tropical plant grown for its sweet stems
甘蔗
Example
My grandfather uses a cane on uneven paths.
爷爷在不平坦的小路上走路时会用手杖。
Growing cane for sugar can provide rural employment but requires substantial water resources.
种植甘蔗制糖可以为农村提供就业机会，但需要大量水资源。
Collocations
- walk with a cane
- cane furniture
- sugar cane
Synonyms
- walking stick
Usage tip
作“手杖”可数；作“藤材”或“甘蔗”通常不可数。
FAQ
- What does cane mean?
- a stick used to support someone while walking flexible plant stems used for making furniture and baskets a tall tropical plant grown for its sweet stems
- How is cane pronounced?
- UK /keɪn/, US /keɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
