shophar

/ˈʃoʊfɑːr/; /ˈʃoʊfɑːr/ or /ˈʃɒfɑːr/

Definitions

1. noun

a ram’s horn used as a signal instrument, especially in ancient Israel

“The shophar was blown to signal the start of the ceremony.”

2. verb

to make a loud, shrill sound like that of a shophar

“The crowd shophared in celebration of the team’s victory.”

Synonyms

  • horn
  • trumpet

Antonyms

  • whistle