adj. horn·i·er, horn·i·est 1. Having horns or hornlike projections. 2. Made of horn or a similar substance. 3. Tough and calloused: horny skin. 4. Vulgar Slang a. Desirous of sexual activity. b. Sexually aroused. [Sense 4, from HORN, an erection.] horni·ness n. |
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