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CANT definition: 1. statements, especially on religious or moral subjects, that are not sincerely believed by the…. Learn more.
: the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments. especially : the insincere use of pious words. the cant of hypocrites. 2. : a set or stock phrase. 3. a. : the private language of the underworld. the cant of thieves. b. : jargon sense 1. c. obsolete : the phraseology peculiar to a religious class or sect. 4.
often used to suggest that someone should do a particular thing, especially when it seems the obvious thing to do: Can't you just take the dress back to the shop if it doesn't fit? Fewer examples. I can't remember his name. It can't have been much later than three. I can't bear the sight of blood. Can't you work a bit quicker?
Cant definition: insincere, especially conventional expressions of enthusiasm for high ideals, goodness, or piety.. See examples of CANT used in a sentence.
cant in British English. (kænt ) noun. 1. insincere talk, esp concerning religion or morals; pious platitudes. 2. stock phrases that have become meaningless through repetition. 3. specialized vocabulary of a particular group, such as thieves, journalists, or lawyers; jargon.
cant. ( kænt) n. 1. insincere talk, esp concerning religion or morals; pious platitudes. 2. stock phrases that have become meaningless through repetition. 3. specialized vocabulary of a particular group, such as thieves, journalists, or lawyers; jargon. 4. singsong whining speech, as used by beggars.
Cant is language repeated so often and so mechanically that it's essentially empty of meaning. Cant can also mean the specialized jargon of a particular group — like the " cant of piracy" (e.g., Ahoy!
