Definitions

1. noun

a hard outer layer on the upper part of the head of certain animals, such as cattle, sheep, and goats, used for defense and attack.

“The cow’s horn was used to defend itself from predators.”

2. noun

a long, curved tube, usually made of metal, used for blowing air through to produce sound, especially in musical instruments such as trumpets and French horns.

“The musician held the horn to her lips and began to play a beautiful melody.”

3. verb

to produce a loud, shrill sound, especially with one’s voice or a horn.

“The crowd began to horn as the team scored a goal.”

4. verb

to push or thrust something, especially a vehicle, roughly and forcefully.

“The car horned its way through the crowded street.”