horny

English

/ˈhɔɹ.ni/

adj
Definitions
  • Hard or bony, like an animal's horn.
  • Having horns.
  • (informal) Sexually aroused.
  • (informal) Sexually arousing.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English horny affix from English horn (sexual arousement, erection, noun).

Origin

English

horn

Gloss

sexual arousement, erection, noun

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