horny

Meanings

• adjective

  Having or showing a strong sexual desire or excitement.

  - "He was feeling rather horny after watching that adult film."
  - "The couple's horny behavior was evident in the backseat of the car."

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Pronunciation

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Synonyms

callous , coarse , hardened , rough , excited , in heat , randy , toey , horned

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with horny
bony , ronnie , phony

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Variants

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hornier , horniest , horniness , horninesses , horny

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Etymology

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Originally used in the late 19th century to refer to a horse's bony protrusion under its tail, but by the mid-20th century, it had taken on the meaning of strong sexual desire.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'horny' is believed to have originated from the Old English word 'hornian', which meant 'to inflame with desire'.

2. In some cultures, the term 'horny' is considered a taboo or vulgar term and is not used in polite conversation.

3. The term 'horny' is often used as a euphemism for the word 'sexy' or 'aroused'.

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Related Concepts

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1. libido: A term used in psychology to describe a person's overall sexual drive or desire for sexual activity.

2. sexual arousal: A physiological and psychological response to sexual stimuli that prepares an individual for sexual activity.

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Culture

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In popular culture, the term 'horny' is often used in a humorous or lighthearted way to describe strong sexual desire or attraction.

How to Memorize "horny"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person or animal feeling excited and sexually aroused.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'horny' with strong sexual desire or attraction.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym HORNY: Hunger, Oxygen, Rest, and Yoga. Replace 'Yoga' with 'Yearning' to remember the meaning of 'horny'.

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