unhorned
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/ʌnˈhɔrnd/
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/ʌnˈhɔːnd/
lacking horns
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unhorned' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'horned', which refers to having horns.
Historical Evolution
'unhorned' was formed by adding the prefix 'un-' to 'horned', a word used since Middle English to describe animals with horns.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not having horns', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/04/26 17:45