horning

[ hawr-ning ]

noun

, New York State, Pennsylvania, and New England.

1. shivaree ( def 1 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of horning¹

horn ( def ) (in the sense “wind instrument”) + -ing ¹( def )

Example Sentences

And Sasha Petraske says shoe-horning young people out of their homes today is no small task, especially for bars.

From The Daily Beast

So by wood and mere and sighing reed we pass with many a twist and turn until we reach the hostelry of Horning Ferry.

From Project Gutenberg

Horning Ferry, a well-known waterside resting-place, may be taken as a typical feature of village life in these parts.

From Project Gutenberg

God shall send unto you messengers who will not be afraid of horning, nor yet of banishment.

From Project Gutenberg

"S-said his bu-bu-breakfast was cold this mo-horning, and p-pitched the bu-bu-breakfast set over the quay-door," she moaned.

From Project Gutenberg

Pascoe and Horning then carry the inanimate form of Shawn into the room behind, while Carve hovers about uselessly.

From Project Gutenberg