Meaning of the word cornet in English

What does cornet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cornet

US /ˈkɔːr.nət/

UK /ˈkɔːr.nət/

a brass musical instrument resembling a trumpet but shorter and wider, with a more conical bore

Example:

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He played a beautiful solo on the cornet.

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The band features several talented cornet players.

Synonym:

bugle trumpet

a cone-shaped wafer, typically used for holding ice cream

Example:

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She ordered a double scoop of chocolate ice cream in a sugar cornet.

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The children enjoyed their ice cream cornets on a hot day.

Synonym:

cone wafer cone

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