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cant vs slang

slang vs cant

cant and slang both are nouns.

cant and slang both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cant Yes No Yes No
slang Yes No Yes No
As nouns, cant and slang are synonyms defined as:
  • cant and slang: a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)
Other synonyms of cant include argot, jargon, lingo, patois, vernacular.
cant (noun) slang (noun)
two surfaces meeting at an angle different from 90 degrees a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)
a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) informal language consisting of words and expressions that are not considered appropriate for formal occasions; often vituperative or vulgar
stock phrases that have become nonsense through endless repetition
insincere talk about religion or morals
a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force
cant (verb) slang (verb)
heel over abuse with coarse language
fool or hoax
use slang or vulgar language
Difference between cant and slang

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