Phrase guide

around the Horn

prep_phrase · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Meaning 1

Via shipboard communications, formerly metal tubes with earhorn-like ends.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Navy, US, idiomatic

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Meaning 2

Following the extremely hazardous naval route around Cape Horn, the southernmost point in South America.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning 3

Around the infield.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: ball-games, baseball, games, hobbies, lifestyle, softball, sports

Examples

  • After a strike-out, it's common for the players to throw the ball around the horn (as long as no one's on base).

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Meaning 4

Alternative letter-case form of around the Horn.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of

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