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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Canny \Can"ny\, Cannei \Can"nei\, a. [Cf. Icel. kenn skilled,
learned, or E. canny. Cf. {Kenn}.] [North of Eng. & Scot.]
1. Artful; cunning; shrewd; wary.
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2. Skillful; knowing; capable. --Sir W. Scott.
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3. Cautious; prudent; safe.. --Ramsay.
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4. Having pleasing or useful qualities; gentle. --Burns.
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5. Reputed to have magical powers. --Sir W. Scott.
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{No canny}, not safe, not fortunate; unpropitious. [Scot.]
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