hornblower Definition
- 1a person who plays a horn, especially a ship's horn
- 2a person who sounds a horn as a signal
Using hornblower: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hornblower" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The hornblower signaled the start of the race.
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The ship's hornblower announced the arrival of the captain.
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The hornblower played a tune on his horn.
hornblower Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with hornblower
Hornblower's sign
a clinical test used to detect an aortic aneurysm
Example
The doctor performed Hornblower's sign to check for any signs of an aortic aneurysm.
Hornblower's maneuver
a medical procedure used to treat aortic aneurysms
Example
The surgeon performed Hornblower's maneuver to repair the patient's aortic aneurysm.
Hornblower's syndrome
a rare condition that affects the nerves in the neck and shoulder
Example
The patient was diagnosed with Hornblower's syndrome after experiencing pain and weakness in their shoulder.
Summary: hornblower in Brief
'Hornblower' [hawrn-bloh-er] refers to a person who plays a horn, particularly a ship's horn, or sounds a horn as a signal. It is also used in medical contexts, such as 'Hornblower's sign,' 'Hornblower's maneuver,' and 'Hornblower's syndrome.' Synonyms include 'bugler,' 'trumpeter,' 'signalman,' and 'blower.'
