Phrase Hound found 7 phrases and 107 compound words that contain cant. The most common are listed below. Open cant in the live search for definitions, filters, and the full list.
Phrases 7
- cant hookA traditional logging tool consisting of a wooden lever handle with a movable metal hook at one end, used for handling and moving logs.
- cant railAlternative form of cantrail: A length of metal (earlier timber) supporting the outer edge of the roof of a railway carriage; also found on locomotives, buses and coaches.
- cant stripa beveled strip used under flashings to modify the angle at the point where the roofing or waterproofing membrane meets any vertical element.
- cant-dogsplural of cant-dog: A traditional logging tool consisting of a wooden lever handle with a movable metal hook at one end, used for handling and moving logs.
- cant stripsplural of cant strip: a beveled strip used under flashings to modify the angle at the point where the roofing or waterproofing membrane meets any vertical element.
- cant railsplural of cant rail: A length of metal (earlier timber) supporting the outer edge of the roof of a railway carriage; also found on locomotives, buses and coaches.
- cant hooksplural of cant hook: A traditional logging tool consisting of a wooden lever handle with a movable metal hook at one end, used for handling and moving logs.
Compound words 107
- cantlyWith the use of cant (slang, jargon).
- cantrailA length of metal (earlier timber) supporting the outer edge of the roof of a railway carriage; also found on locomotives, buses and coaches.
- cantboardA board, typically at the edge of a roof, that has a slope to divert rainwater.
- cantishcanting; preaching falsely
- outcantTo surpass in canting; to use more jargon than.
- canteenA water bottle, flask, or other vessel, typically used by a soldier or camper as a bottle for carrying water or liquor for drink.
- cantataA vocal composition accompanied by instruments and generally containing more than one movement, typical of 17th and 18th century Italian music.
- cantinaA drinking establishment, often specifically of the type found in Latin America.
- CantwellA surname.
- descantA lengthy discourse on a subject.