adj
horny
HAW-nee
adj
1
Informal: sexually aroused.
"He admitted he felt a little horny after a few drinks."
2
Hard or rough like an animal's horn.
"Years of manual work left his hands horny and calloused."
How to Use Horny
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost commonly used informally to mean sexually aroused; more literally, tough and horn-like in texture.
When to use it
The sexual sense is informal/vulgar and should be used with care in mixed company.
Word Forms
hornier comparative, hornier comparative, horniest superlative, horniest superlative
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Etymology
From horn + -y.