horn
Prononciation : [hɔrn]
Contexte : « animal anatomy »
(noun) a hard, pointed part that sticks out from the head of some animals, like cows and goats. It's made of a material called keratin, which is the same stuff that makes up our fingernails.
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The bull has big horns that make it look very strong and powerful.
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The sheep does not have large horns like the ram does.
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Does the goat have two horns or just one?
Contexte : « musical instrument »
(noun) a type of musical instrument that you blow into to make sound. It can be made of metal or other materials, like the trumpet or trombone.
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She plays the French horn beautifully in the school band.
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He doesn't play any horn instruments, only the piano.
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Which horn instrument do you like to hear at concerts?
Contexte : « vehicles »
(noun) a device in cars that makes a loud sound to warn people or get their attention. It's used when you want someone to notice you or move out of the way.
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The driver pressed the horn to alert the pedestrians.
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The car's horn was broken, so it couldn't make any noise.
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When should you use your car horn while driving?
Contexte : « sound »
(verb) to make a loud noise with a horn, especially to signal or warn someone. It's like when a truck driver honks the horn to let others know they are there.
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The parade started, and everyone began to horn their trumpets.
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She never horns her bike bell because she doesn't want to disturb anyone.
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Did you horn your horn when you saw your friend?