Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

berrante

noun
be-RAHN-tchee
Definition
A traditional horn used in rural areas of Brazil, commonly associated with livestock herding.
Examples
  • The cowboy blew the berrante to call the cattle.
  • During the festival, he demonstrated how to play the berrante.
  • In the distance, the sound of the berrante echoed across the valley.
Meaning
The term ‘berrante’ refers specifically to a type of horn made from materials such as animal horns or wood, typically used by cowherds to communicate with their cattle or to signal other herders.
Synonyms
  • horn
  • caller
  • trumpet