horn
/hɔːn/ · /hɔːrn/
CEFR level B1Topic NatureWord #2898 in the learning path
动物的角
Definitions
n. A hard pointed growth on the head of some animals.
动物的角
n. A device on a vehicle that makes a loud warning sound.
车辆喇叭
n. A musical instrument played by blowing into a tube.
圆号；号角
Example
The goat caught its horn in the fence.
那只山羊的角卡在了栅栏里。
Frequent use of car horns contributes to noise pollution and reduces residents' quality of life.
频繁使用汽车喇叭会造成噪声污染，降低居民的生活质量。
Collocations
- sound the horn
- blow a horn
- a pair of horns
Word family
- horned (adj.)
- hornless (adj.)
Usage tip
动物的角和车辆喇叭都用horn，均为可数名词。
FAQ
- What does horn mean?
- A hard pointed growth on the head of some animals. A device on a vehicle that makes a loud warning sound. A musical instrument played by blowing into a tube.
- How is horn pronounced?
- UK /hɔːn/, US /hɔːrn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
