Definitions

1. noun

a hard, pointed structure on the head of many animals, such as cattle, goats, and sheep, used for defense and attack; a similar structure on the head of a rhinoceros or a narwhal.

“The sound of the bull’s horn echoed through the valley.”

2. noun

a tube or pipe through which a person blows air to produce sound, especially in a musical instrument; a long, curved tube forming part of a trumpet or other brass instrument.

“The trumpet’s horn section played a lively melody.”

3. noun

a projecting part of a building, especially one that is curved or pointed, such as the horn of a roof.

“The church’s horned tower dominated the skyline.”

4. noun

a projecting part of a vehicle, especially a car, such as the horn that is pressed to produce a loud, short sound.

“She honked the horn to alert pedestrians.”

5. verb

to produce a loud, short sound, especially by pressing a button or lever on a vehicle or other device.

“She horned her way into the meeting by interrupting the speaker.”

6. verb

to push or force one’s way into something, often in a rough or aggressive manner.

“He horned his way to the front of the line.”

7. verb

to make a loud, short sound, especially with one’s car horn.

“He horned loudly to get the attention of the pedestrians.”