English Expression · Intermediate
Cape Horner
A ship that sails around Cape Horn
Pronunciation: say Cape Horner
Meaning
A ship that sails around Cape Horn
Example
Yet such fellows are by no means uncommon at sea, for one often happens upon a man in a Cape Horner's forecastle whom Nature did not intend should be there.
Yet such fellows are by no means uncommon at sea, for one often happens upon a man in a Cape Horner's forecastle whom Nature did not intend should be there.
Practice tips
- Practice Cape Horner out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.