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longhorn

noun long·horn \-ˌhrn\

: a type of cow that has long horns

Full Definition of LONGHORN

1
a :  any of the long-horned cattle of Spanish derivation formerly common in southwestern United States
b :  texas longhorn 2
2
:  a firm-textured usually mild cheese (as cheddar or Colby)
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First Known Use of LONGHORN

1834
LONGHORN Defined for Kids

longhorn

noun long·horn \ˈlŋ-ˌhrn\

Definition of LONGHORN for Kids

:  a cow with very long horns that was once common in the southwestern United States

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