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Words that have the root cant?

Here are some words with the root "cant" and their meanings:

From the Latin "cantare" meaning "to sing":

* Cantata: A piece of music for voices, usually with orchestral accompaniment.

* Cantor: A singer, especially one in a synagogue.

* Chant: To sing in a monotone or rhythmic manner.

* Incantation: A series of words or phrases said or sung as a magical spell.

* Enchant: To charm or captivate someone.

* Recant: To take back a statement or opinion.

From the Latin "canthus" meaning "corner of the eye":

* Canthus: The corner of the eye, where the upper and lower eyelids meet.

From the Middle English "cant" meaning "slang":

* Cant: Hypocritical or insincere talk.

* Canting: Engaging in hypocritical speech or behavior.

Other words:

* Cantankerous: Bad-tempered, argumentative, and uncooperative.

* Cantilever: A beam or structure that projects horizontally beyond its supports.

* Cantharellus: A genus of edible mushrooms.

It's worth noting that "cant" is also used in a slang sense, meaning "to tilt" or "to lean" in a particular direction. This usage is likely related to the nautical term "cant," which refers to the angle at which a ship's hull is tilted.

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