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    Cor (en. Horn)

    /kɔʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The horn is a brass musical instrument.
    He plays the horn in the symphonic orchestra.
    Il joue du cor dans l'orchestre symphonique.
    The horn also refers to an organ in anatomy, like the heart.
    The horn is essential for blood circulation.
    Le cor est essentiel pour la circulation du sang.
    In mythology, the horn can also refer to a type of trumpet used in rituals.
    The priests blew the horn during the ceremonies.
    Les prêtres soufflaient dans le cor lors des cérémonies.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'cor' meaning 'heart'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sharp horn
    a very powerful horn, used in certain musical or literary contexts.
    cor tranchant
    to hear the horn
    To receive news or significant information.
    entendre le cor

    Related Words

    heart
    Organ responsible for blood circulation.
    cœur
    horn
    Hard projection on the head of certain animals.
    corne

    Slang Meanings

    Exclamation expressing surprise or enthusiasm.
    Horn, it's incredible what he did!
    Cor, c'est incroyable ce qu'il a fait !
    Term referring to a very close group of friends.
    I'm going out with my horns tonight.
    Je vais sortir avec mes cors ce soir.