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Definition horror in British English

horror noun

noun
/ˈhɒrə(r)/
1

a very strong feeling of shock, fear or disgust caused by something extremely unpleasant

Example

Millions watched in horror as the disaster unfolded on TV.

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1.1

something that is very unpleasant or frightening

Example

the horrors of war

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1.2

the horror of an experience is how unpleasant it is

Example

The full horror of last night had come rushing back.

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Example

a little horror

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3

books and films that are intended to frighten people

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Definition horror in British English