Meaning of the word horn in English

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horn

US /hɔːrn/

UK /hɔːrn/

a hard, pointed, often curved part that grows on the head of some animals, such as cattle, sheep, and goats

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The bull lowered its head and charged, its sharp horns aimed at the matador.

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Many animals use their horns for defense or in mating rituals.

Synonym:

antler tusk

a device on a vehicle that makes a loud noise as a warning

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He honked the car horn to get her attention.

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The ship's horn blared through the fog.

Synonym:

hooter buzzer siren

a brass musical instrument, especially a French horn

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She played a beautiful melody on the French horn.

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The orchestra's brass section includes trumpets, trombones, and horns.

Synonym:

French horn brass instrument

to sound a horn, especially a vehicle's horn

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He had to horn loudly to avoid hitting the deer.

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Don't horn at pedestrians; it's rude.

Synonym:

honk toot blare

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