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词汇 devil's horn
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Definition of devil's horn in English:

devil's horn

noun ˌdɛvlz ˈhɔːn
  • 1Usually in plural Either of the horns on the head of the Devil or a devil; a model or representation of this, especially worn as an item of fancy dress.

  • 2In plural A hand gesture representing devil's horns, made by extending the index and little fingers while holding the middle and ring fingers down with the thumb.

  • 3English regional (originally Norfolk). The stinkhorn fungus Phallus impudicus. Also "devil's horn fungus". Now historical and rare.

Origin

Late 16th century. From the genitive of devil + horn.

Definition of devil's horn in US English:

devil's horn

nounˌdɛvlz ˈhɔːn
  • 1Usually in plural Either of the horns on the head of the Devil or a devil; a model or representation of this, especially worn as an item of fancy dress.

  • 2In plural A hand gesture representing devil's horns, made by extending the index and little fingers while holding the middle and ring fingers down with the thumb.

  • 3English regional (originally Norfolk). The stinkhorn fungus Phallus impudicus. Also "devil's horn fungus". Now historical and rare.

Origin

Late 16th century. From the genitive of devil + horn.

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