1. a breed of cattle with very long horns, originally from Texas
2. a type of beetle with long antennae that can damage wood

Examples

• The ranch specialized in raising longhorn cattle.
• Longhorns were driven north along cattle trails in the 1800s.
• The longhorn’s distinctive horns can span up to seven feet.
• A longhorn beetle had bored holes through the wooden fence.
• The longhorn population nearly disappeared but has since recovered.
• Longhorn cheese is a mild cheddar variety.
• The university’s mascot is a longhorn steer.