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cornu

/kɔːrnjuː/ noun · British & US
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What does cornu mean?

noun

A horn-shaped object, especially one used as a handle or a part of a musical instrument. In anatomy, a horn-shaped bony projection.

Example

"The cornu of the ancient horned helmet was a distinctive feature of the warrior's armor."

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