Definition of cornute

competent Definition: (adjective) having the skill and knowledge needed for a particular task; capable Petersons.com

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cor·nute    (kôr-nt, -nyt) KEY   also cor·nut·ed   (-ntd, -ny-) KEY  

ADJECTIVE:

1. Shaped like a horn.
2. Having horns or horn-shaped processes.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Latin corntus, from corn, horn ; see cornu

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