Definition

Noun: 1. A hard, flavored candy, typically peppermint, formed into a long, slender, straight stick that is curved at one end to resemble a walking cane. It is traditionally white with red stripes, though other color combinations exist.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Every December, the children hung candy canes on the Christmas tree as edible decorations.
  • She stirred her hot chocolate with a peppermint candy cane.
  • The classic candy cane is flavored with peppermint oil.

Advanced Usage

• As a decorative motif: The is a ubiquitous symbol of the Christmas season, appearing on wrapping paper, clothing, and holiday displays.
  • The street was lined with lights in the shape of candy canes.
• Figurative use for shape: The term can describe any object that resembles the long, curved shape of the candy.
  • The old man leaned on a walking stick that looked like a giant candy cane.

Variants and Related Words

• Candy (n): A general term for a sweet food made with sugar or syrup.
• Peppermint (n): The specific mint flavor most commonly associated with candy canes; also the plant itself.

Synonyms

• Peppermint stick: A straight, striped candy of similar flavor, lacking the curved hook of a traditional candy cane.

Noun

1. a hard candy in the shape of a rod (usually with stripes)