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horn-rimmed

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Of eyeglasses, having the frames made from horn or tortoiseshell or a material that resembles it, and characterized by their bold appearance on the wearer's face, in contrast to metal frames, which appear less pronounced.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

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adjective satellite

Meaning 2

having the frame made of horn or tortoise shell or plastic that simulates either

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • horn-rimmed glasses

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