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horning

2 syllables
noun
Quick answer

As a noun, horning means the activity of blowing the horn of a train.

Meanings of horning

4 meanings

verb

Present participle of horn

noun

  1. The activity of blowing the horn of a train.

  2. The appearance of the Moon when increasing, or in the form of a crescent.

  3. legalScotlandThe issuing of letters of horning.

Older and rare meanings (1)

  1. UShistoricalA mock serenade with tin horns and other discordant instruments by way of showing public disapproval.

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horning around the world

ScotlandThe issuing of letters of horning.
USA mock serenade with tin horns and other discordant instruments by way of showing public disapproval.

Words that rhyme with horning

morningwarningmourningcorningadorningforewarning

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