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Canadian of or having to do with Canada or its people or culture. [2 definitions]
canal a channel of water made by humans for boat transportation or for bringing water to crops. [2 definitions]
canary a small yellow or greenish bird often kept as a pet. Canaries are native to the Canary Islands and are a kind of finch. [2 definitions]
cancel to do away with; decide against; call off. [2 definitions]
cancer a disease in which certain cells divide and grow much faster than they normally do. [4 definitions]
candidate a person who seeks to be elected or appointed to a certain position.
candle a stick of wax with a wick running through the middle that is burned to give light.
candlestick a holder for one or more candles.
candy a sweet food made of sugar and flavorings such as chocolate or peppermint. [2 definitions]
candy bar a candy in the shape of a bar, often made of chocolate or of chocolate with other ingredients such as caramel, nuts, or coconut.
cane a wooden or metal stick that helps someone walk. [3 definitions]
canine having to do with dogs or animals related to dogs, such as wolves, foxes, and coyotes. [3 definitions]
Canis Major a constellation in the northern sky that contains Sirius, the brightest of all stars. Canis Major means "Big Dog" in Latin.
Canis Minor a constellation in the northern sky. Canis Minor means "Little Dog" in Latin.
cannibal a person who eats human flesh.
cannon a large gun that is set on wheels or some other base. Cannons fire heavy shells.
cannot a form of "can not."
canoe a narrow boat with pointed ends that is moved along by using a paddle. [2 definitions]
canon1 a religious law, code, or body of laws. [2 definitions]
can opener a device used for opening cans. Some can openers can be operated by hand while others are small electrical appliances.
canopy a large piece of fabric that is held up by poles and hangs over a space. [2 definitions]