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longhorn
noun long·horn \-ˌhȯrn\
: a type of cow that has long horns
Full Definition of LONGHORN
1
a : any of the long-horned cattle of Spanish derivation formerly common in southwestern United States b : texas longhorn 2
2
: a firm-textured usually mild cheese (as cheddar or Colby)
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First Known Use of LONGHORN
1834
Rhymes with LONGHORN
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LONGHORN Defined for Kids
longhorn
noun long·horn \ˈlȯŋ-ˌhȯrn\
Definition of LONGHORN for Kids
: a cow with very long horns that was once common in the southwestern United States
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