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bicorn

|bi-corn|

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🇺🇸

/ˈbaɪkɔrn/

🇬🇧

/ˈbaɪkɔːn/

two-horned

Etymology
Etymology Information

'bicorn' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'bicornis,' where 'bi-' meant 'two' and 'cornu' meant 'horn.'

Historical Evolution

'bicornis' transformed into the French word 'bicorn,' and eventually became the modern English word 'bicorn' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'having two horns,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having two horns or horn-like projections.

The ancient statue depicted a bicorn creature.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/09 09:33