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  1.       
 Canny, Cannei  (?), 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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