A unit of luminous intensity; the magnitude to the candela is such that the luminance of the total radiator, at the temperature of solidification of platinum, is 60 candelas per square centimeter.
Candle power
The illuminating power of a standard candle employed as a unit for determining the illuminating quality of an illuminant.
Cane
Woody stem of a plant (i.e. bamboo, rose, raspberry and blackberry bushes.).
Canopy
A projection over windows and doors to protect them from the weather.
Cant
(1) Short for Cant Strip; (2) The act of installing foam at a right angle adjunct.
Cant brick
Brick that is gradually become thinner on one side.
Cant hook
A rod with a hook on the end, which is used to turn, logs.
Cant strip
A triangular-shaped strip of material used to ease the transition from a horizontal plane to a vertical plane. Cant strips can be made of wood, wood fiber, perlite, or other materials.
Cantilever
A horizontal projection from a building, such as a step, balcony, beam or canopy, that is without external bracing and appears to be self-supporting.
