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Foghorn Definition & Meaning

foghorn
noun
  1. a loud low warning signal that can be heard by fogbound ships
  2. a warning device consisting of a horn that generates a loud low tone

"Foghorn" in song lyrics

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  • "looney toons foghorn"
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Frequently asked questions

What does foghorn mean?
a loud low warning signal that can be heard by fogbound ships a warning device consisting of a horn that generates a loud low tone
What part of speech is foghorn?
Foghorn is a noun.
How many definitions does foghorn have?
Foghorn has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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