adj
horned
HAWND
Horned (adj) means having horns. Example: “The horned goat butted against the fence.”
adj
1
Having horns.
"The horned goat butted against the fence."
"Horned lizards can shoot blood from their eyes as a defence."
"A goat is a horned animal."
How to use horned
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes an animal (or creature) that has horns.
Common pairings
horned toad
horned owl
horned devil
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Etymology
From Old English hyrned, from horn + the adjective ending -ed.
Synonyms
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hornless
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Rhymes for horned
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What does “horned” mean?
The word “horned” means having horns. In plain terms, describes an animal (or creature) that has horns.
How do you pronounce “horned”?
“Horned” is pronounced HAWND (/ˈhɔː(ɹ)nd/ in IPA).
How do you use “horned” in a sentence?
Here is “horned” used in a sentence: “The horned goat butted against the fence.”
What is another word for “horned”?
Words with a similar meaning to “horned” include cornigerous.
What part of speech is “horned”?
“Horned” is an adjective.
Where does the word “horned” come from?
The word “horned” comes from Old English. From Old English hyrned, from horn + the adjective ending -ed.
