Main Entry:

horny

Pronunciation:

\ˈhȯr-nē\

Function:

adjective

Inflected Form(s):

horn·i·er; horn·i·est

Date:

14th century

1 a: of or made of horn b: hard, callous <horny-handed> c: compact and homogeneous with a dull luster —used of a mineral2: having horns3 [horn erect penis + ¹-y] a: desiring sexual gratification b: excited sexually

— horn·i·ness noun