unicorn

[ˈjuːnɪkɔːn]

unicorn Definition

a mythical animal typically represented as a horse with a single straight horn projecting from its forehead..

Using unicorn: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unicorn" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The unicorn is often depicted as a symbol of purity and grace.

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    In the story, the princess rides on the back of a unicorn to escape from danger.

  • Example

    The unicorn is a popular character in many children's books and movies.

unicorn Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for unicorn

  • mythical creature
  • fantasy animal

Phrases with unicorn

  • a startup company valued at over $1 billion

    Example

    The tech industry has produced many unicorn companies in recent years.

  • a plant native to North America, used in traditional medicine for various purposes

    Example

    Unicorn root has been used for centuries by Native Americans to treat a variety of ailments.

  • unicornuate uterus

    a rare congenital abnormality where a woman has only one functioning half of a uterus

    Example

    Women with a unicornuate uterus may have difficulty getting pregnant or carrying a pregnancy to term.

Origins of unicorn

from Latin 'uni-' meaning 'single' and 'cornu' meaning 'horn'

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Summary: unicorn in Brief

A 'unicorn' [ˈjuːnɪkɔːn] is a mythical animal resembling a horse with a single straight horn on its forehead. It is often depicted as a symbol of purity and grace and is a popular character in children's books and movies. The term 'unicorn company' refers to a startup valued at over $1 billion, while 'unicorn root' is a plant used in traditional medicine. 'Unicornuate uterus' is a rare congenital abnormality affecting women.

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