Definition of Horn
Horn
Horn


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(noun)
A hard, pointed, and usually curved structure on an animal's head.

e.g. The rhino's horn was a prized possession for the poachers.

(noun)
a solid, permanent outgrowth, usually bowed and pointed, located on the heads of extinct mammals and reptiles as well as cattle, sheep, goats, giraffes, etc.

e.g. The horns on a bull can hurt you quite a bit should they attack you.

(noun)
an instrument sounding a signal;

e.g. You're supposed to honk your car horn just to warn other drivers of your presence.



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