Alphorn
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈalp.hɔːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Alphorn is a noun meaning (music) A long, curved, wooden horn used by mountain-dwelling herders in the Alps, originally to call cattle but now only as musical instrument in classical and folk tunes.
Meaning
(music) A long, curved, wooden horn used by mountain-dwelling herders in the Alps, originally to call cattle but now only as musical instrument in classical and folk tunes.
Word Forms
- alphorns
- alpenhorn
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