Cane is a term with several related meanings. It commonly refers to a slender, hollow, often flexible stem of plants like bamboo, reed, or rattan. Cane is also a short stick, often curved, used to aid walking. Additionally, cane can refer to a form of corporal punishment with a stick, or the outer bark of the rattan plant, which is peeled and woven into furniture or decorative items.

Different meanings of cane:

• A walking stick used for assistance in walking.
• A form of punishment using a stick (caning).
• The hard, hollow stem of plants like bamboo or reed, used in making furniture or baskets.
• The outer bark of the rattan vine, peeled and woven into accents for furniture.
• Sugarcane, a plant whose tall stalks are harvested for sugar.

In furniture and decor:

• Cane specifically refers to the thin, fibrous outer layer of the rattan plant, which is peeled and woven for chair backs, cabinet doors, and light fixtures.
• It is distinct from rattan, which is the thicker core used for larger furniture pieces.
• Cane is appreciated for its durability, flexibility, and resistance to moisture compared to rattan.

Thus, cane can refer to natural materials, walking aids, punishment implements, or plants depending on context.