cane

US /keɪn/
UK /keɪn/
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1.

bastón, caña

a stick used as an aid in walking or as a support

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The old man walked with a cane.
El anciano caminaba con un bastón.
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He leaned on his cane for support.
Se apoyó en su bastón para apoyarse.
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caña, tallo

the hollow, jointed stem of a giant grass, such as bamboo or sugar cane

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Sugar cane is grown in tropical regions.
La caña de azúcar se cultiva en regiones tropicales.
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Bamboo canes are used for various crafts.
Las cañas de bambú se utilizan para diversas artesanías.
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1.

azotar, golpear con caña

to beat (someone) with a cane as a punishment

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The teacher used to cane unruly students.
El maestro solía azotar a los estudiantes rebeldes con una caña.
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He was threatened to be caned for his misbehavior.
Fue amenazado con ser azotado por su mala conducta.
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