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bullhorn

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Noun — A portable device that electronically amplifies a person's voice; a megaphone.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

loud hailer loud-hailer

Etymology

From bull + horn, attested since the 1950s.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bullhorn” mean?

The word “bullhorn” means a portable device that electronically amplifies a person's voice; a megaphone. In plain terms, a handheld voice amplifier, also called a megaphone.

How do you pronounce “bullhorn”?

“Bullhorn” is pronounced BUUL-hawrn (/ˈbʊlˌhɔɹn/ in IPA).

How do you use “bullhorn” in a sentence?

Here is “bullhorn” used in a sentence: “The protest leader used a bullhorn to address the crowd.”

What part of speech is “bullhorn”?

“Bullhorn” is a noun.

Where does the word “bullhorn” come from?

The word “bullhorn” dates back to around 1950. From bull + horn, attested since the 1950s.

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