cornett

British  

/ kɔːˈnɛt /

noun

1. a musical instrument consisting of a straight or curved tube of wood or ivory having finger holes like a recorder and a cup-shaped mouthpiece like a trumpet

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Etymology

Origin of cornett

from Old French cornet a little horn, from corn horn, from Latin cornū

Example Sentences

Oregon’s assistant director for energy siting, Todd Cornett, said public involvement can slow projects down, but that’s what the Legislature intended.

From Salon

There aren’t enough, in part, because it’s so difficult to get new ones through Cornett’s agency.

From Salon

Cornett denies this process has held back renewables, noting that projects have stalled even after the council’s approval.

From Salon

Andruw Cornett, 19, and Wesley Cornett, 17, of Yuba County were last seen hunting in the Thermalito Afterbay downstream of Lake Oroville on Dec. 14 according to the Butte County Sheriff’s Office.

From Los Angeles Times

Andrew Cornett’s body was found on Dec. 31.

From Los Angeles Times