alphorns
|al-phorns|
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/ˈælfˌhɔrnz/
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/ˈælfˌhɔːnz/
(alphorn)
traditional Swiss horn
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alphorn' originates from German, specifically the word 'Alphorn', where 'Alp' referred to 'Alps' and 'Horn' meant 'horn'.
Historical Evolution
'Alphorn' changed from the German word 'Alphorn' and eventually became the modern English word 'alphorn'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a horn from the Alps', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a long, wooden, wind instrument traditionally used in the Swiss Alps, known for its deep, resonant sound.
The alphorns echoed through the mountains during the festival.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/03 14:06