Pronunciation: [bˈɪkɔːn] (IPA) 
Bicorn is a word that refers to an animal with two horns. It is pronounced as "ˈbaɪkɔːn" and written with the letter "b" followed by "i," which makes the "ai" sound. The second syllable is pronounced with an "aw" sound represented by "o," followed by "r" and "n" to complete the word. In IPA, the word is transcribed as /ˈbaɪ-kɔːrn/. The spelling of bicorn is easy to understand once you know the phonetic transcription.
A bicorn is a noun that refers to a mythical creature or a symbol often depicted as a two-horned animal or creature. Derived from the Latin word "bi" meaning two, and "cornu" meaning horn, bicorn typically represents a being with two distinctive horns, similar to that of a bull or a goat. This term is most commonly associated with folklore and mythology, often appearing in ancient tales and legends.
In mythology, the depiction and symbolism of bicorn creatures can vary across different cultures and traditions. For instance, in Western folklore, a bicorn is often represented as a demon or malevolent creature with two sharp horns, typically associated with evil or darkness. However, in other mythologies or belief systems, the bicorn can be seen as a more benign or even protective being. In some instances, the bicorn is portrayed as a guardian of sacred places or as a creature closely connected to fertility and abundance.
Beyond mythology, the term "bicorn" can also refer to objects or items that resemble the shape or form of a two-horned creature. For example, a "bicorn hat" is a style of headwear popularized in the 18th and 19th centuries, characterized by its two-pointed shape resembling the horns of a creature. This hat was often worn by military officers during that era and has become an iconic fashion accessory associated with historical periods.
Two-horned; in bot., applied to any parts of plants that have the likeness of two horns.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "bicorn" comes from the combination of two Latin roots: "bi", meaning two, and "cornu", meaning horn. "Bicorn" is derived from the Latin word "bicornis", which also means two-horned. It was initially used to describe a type of headdress or hat in the shape of two horns, and later, it became associated with other objects that have a similar shape, such as the bicornuate uterus in anatomy.
