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foghorn

fog·horn

uncommon

noun

1.

a loud low warning signal that can be heard by fog-bound ships

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2.

a warning device consisting of a horn that generates a loud low tone

Origin

From fog + horn.

Phrases

  • voice like a foghorn

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