cornet

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːnɪt/
/kɔɹˈnɛt/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

A musical instrument of the brass family, slightly smaller than a trumpet, usually in the musical key of B-flat.

Synonyms
cornet-à-piston cornet-à-pistons
2 Definition

A piece of paper twisted to be used as a container.

3 Definition

A pastry shell to be filled with ice-cream, hence an ice cream cone.

4 Definition

A troop of cavalry; so called from its being accompanied by a cornet player.

5 Definition

A kind of organ stop.

6 Definition

The white headdress worn by the Sisters of Charity.

7 Definition

The standard flown by a cavalry troop.

8 Definition

The fifth commissioned officer in a cavalry troop, who carried the colours (equivalent to the ensign in infantry).