About The Word Cangue
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Cangue
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What's The Definition Of Cangue?
[n] an instrument of punishment formerly used in China for petty criminals; consists of a heavy wooden collar enclosing the neck and arms
Synonyms | Synonyms for Cangue: Related Terms | Find terms related to Cangue: See Also | instrument of punishment Cangue In Webster's Dictionary \Cangue\ (k[a^]ng), n. [Written also {cang}.] [F. cangue,
fr. Pg. canga yoke.]
A very broad and heavy wooden collar which certain offenders
in China are compelled to wear as a punishment.
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