Cornet

/kɔːˈnɛt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A brass musical instrument similar to a trumpet, with a conical bore and a mellow tone.

She played a beautiful solo on her cornet during the school concert.

A cone-shaped paper or cardboard container, often used to serve food such as ice cream or popcorn.

He bought a cornet of fish and chips from the seaside vendor.

A military rank, historically indicating a junior officer in charge of a troop, often associated with the carrying of a standard or flag.

The cornet led the cavalry charge, proudly displaying the regiment's colors.

Middle French 'cornet', diminutive of 'corn' meaning horn.

cornet player

A musician who plays the cornet.

cornet solo

A musical performance featuring the cornet.

trumpet

A brass instrument with a flared bell and a bright tone.

flugelhorn

A brass instrument similar to a cornet but with a wider bell.

A small cone filled with ice cream.

I got a cornet filled with vanilla ice cream.

To play music on a cornet.

He can cornet like a pro at the jazz club.