Entity: HORNY
Horny refers to being sexually aroused or easily becoming sexually aroused. It can also describe something that is hard, strong, and made of horn or a hornlike substance.
HORNY
Etymology
The term 'horny' originated in 1889, meaning sexually excited or lecherous, chiefly used to describe a man. It may be related to the word 'horn' in this context.
Definition
Horny is informally used to describe someone who is sexually aroused or easily becomes sexually aroused. It can also refer to something that is hard, strong, and made of horn or a hornlike substance.
Historical Context
The term has evolved over time to primarily denote sexual arousal or excitement, with variations in usage across different cultures and time periods.
Cultural Significance
In modern culture, being 'horny' is often associated with sexual desire and arousal, and is a common theme in various forms of media and entertainment.
Related Concepts
Synonyms for horny include passionate, hot, lustful, aroused, randy, lascivious, excited, and libidinous. Antonyms include frigid, moral, virtuous, pure, chaste, celibate, modest, and decent.
See Also
A term used informally to describe someone who is sexually aroused or easily becomes sexually aroused. It can also refer to something that is hard, strong, and made of horn or a hornlike substance.