1cane 
/ˈkeɪn/ noun
plural canes /ˈkeɪn/ noun 1 [count] : a short stick that often has a curved handle and is used to help someone to walk
▪ a wooden cane 2 the cane : a form of punishment in which a person is hit with a cane or stick
▪ In the past, some teachers would resort to the cane when students misbehaved. 3 [noncount] : the hard hollow stem of a plant (such as bamboo or reed) that is used to make furniture and baskets
▪ The chair seat is made of cane. ▪ woven strips of cane 4 [count] : sugarcane
▪ a wooden cane
▪ In the past, some teachers would resort to the cane when students misbehaved.
▪ The chair seat is made of cane. ▪ woven strips of cane
