canting

1 of 2

adjective

cant·​ing ˈkan-tiŋ How to pronounce canting (audio)
Synonyms of cantingnext
: affectedly pious or righteous
a canting moralist

canting

2 of 2

present participle of cant entry 2, cant entry 3

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To achieve her extremely light displacement, the ClubSwan125 has a deep canting keel to reduce weight and increase righting moment. — Bill Springer, Forbes, 6 July 2021

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Adjective

cant entry 2

First Known Use

Adjective

1663, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of canting was in 1663

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“Canting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/canting. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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