Can't

//kɑːnt//

Word Type

Verb

The word "can't" can be used as a verb.

Word Relationships

Opposites (Antonyms)

be able to must

Coordinate Terms

couldn't have to mayn't mightn't must oughtn't shan't shouldn't won't wouldn't

Defined As

contraction of can not short form of can not

Derived Terms

Republicant you can't say fairer than that

Derived From

Has Property

same as can not

Related Terms

cannot forbid impossible permit

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