cornute Meaning & Definition
What Does Cornute Mean?
As a verb, cornute means To give 'horns' to; to make a cuckold of. As an adjective, it means Bearing horns or shaped like a horn; cornuted. As a noun, it means A member of the order Cornuta.
Quick Facts About Cornute
| Part of speech | verb, adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //kɔːˈnjuːt// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | cornutes |
| Verb forms | cornutes, cornuting, cornuted |
Cornute Definition (Verb)
- To give 'horns' to; to make a cuckold of.
Cornute as an Adjective
- Bearing horns or shaped like a horn; cornuted.
Cornute as a Noun
- A member of the order Cornuta.
Synonyms of Cornute
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Cornute synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Cornute
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Cornute in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
cornute (third-person singular simple present cornutes, present participle cornuting, simple past and past participle cornuted)
cornute (not comparable)
cornute (plural cornutes)
Origin of Cornute
From Latin cornūtus, from cornu.
How to Pronounce Cornute
The standard pronunciation of cornute is //kɔːˈnjuːt//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Cornute
Is cornute a verb or an adjective?
Cornute is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective and a noun.
What is the plural of cornute?
The plural of cornute is cornutes.
What is the past tense of cornute?
The past tense of cornute is cornuted. The present participle is cornuting.