Pronunciation: /hɔrn ɪn/
noun a sharp projection on the head of various animals, especially one of the hollow ones on a snail's shell
A1 I heard a loud horn in the distance.
A2 The car's horn in the parking lot was beeping incessantly.
B1 The sound of the horn in the orchestra added to the musical composition.
B2 The ship's horn in the harbor signaled the start of the journey.
C1 The horn in the vintage car was meticulously restored to its original condition.
C2 The horn in the jazz band provided a soulful accompaniment to the saxophone solo.
verb to intrude or interrupt in a pushy or unwelcome manner
A1 I saw my neighbor horn in on the conversation.
A2 She always tries to horn in on other people's plans.
B1 The new employee tried to horn in on the project without being asked.
B2 He decided to horn in on the deal and make his own offer.
C1 She strategically horned in on the negotiations to secure a better deal for her company.
C2 The politician was known for his ability to horn in on any situation and turn it to his advantage.
formal The musician decided to horn in on the conversation about classical music.
informal I didn't mean to horn in on your study group, but I really need help with this assignment.
slang Don't horn in on our plans for tonight, we already have everything figured out.
figurative The new manager tried to horn in on the team's project, but they quickly shut him down.
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