Meaning of the word unicorn in English

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unicorn

US /ˈjuː.nɪ.kɔːrn/
UK /ˈjuː.nɪ.kɔːrn/
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Noun

1.

a mythical animal typically represented as a horse with a single straight horn projecting from its forehead.

Example:
Children often dream of seeing a real unicorn.
The fairy tale featured a beautiful white unicorn.
2.

a start-up company valued at over one billion dollars.

Example:
The tech company became a unicorn after its latest funding round.
Many startups aspire to achieve unicorn status.
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