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foghorn


fog·horn

noun \ˈfg-ˌhrn, ˈfäg-\

Definition of FOGHORN

1
: a horn (as on a ship) sounded in a fog to give warning
2
: a loud hoarse voice

First Known Use of FOGHORN

1848

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