1. plural of caning; instances of beating or striking with a cane
Usage: often refers to corporal punishment in schools or institutions; can also refer to the process of weaving cane into furniture
2. plural of caning; the process or result of weaving cane material into chair seats, baskets, or other items
Usage: craft or furniture-making context

Examples

• The school abolished canings as a form of discipline in the 1980s.
• He received several canings for misbehavior during his time at boarding school.
• The artisan specialized in chair canings and furniture restoration.
• Traditional canings on wicker furniture require skill and patience.
• Canings were once a common punishment method in many educational institutions.
• The craftsman's canings were known for their durability and fine quality.