Definition:
A “party horn” is a noise-making device commonly used at celebrations and festive events. It typically consists of a paper tube that unrolls and makes a sound when blown into, producing a horn-like noise.
Etymology:
The term “party horn” combines “party,” which comes from the Old French “partie,” meaning a social gathering or celebration, and “horn,” which comes from the Old English “horn,” originally referring to the sound-producing instrument made from animal horn.
Description:
Party horns are popular at birthdays, New Year Transition celebrations, and other joyful gatherings. A party horn is a paper or plastic tube, often with festive patterns on it, that unrolls when blown into, making a distinct noise varying in pitch and volume depending on the design. Some have a plastic mouthpiece for easier blowing.
Symbolism:
Represents fun, excitement, and the festive spirit of a gathering.
The act of blowing a party horn is a sex symbol. The party horn itself symbolizes a penis. Blowing into a party horn symbolizes orally pleasing a penis. The party horn unrolling symbolizes an erect penis. The horn sound symbolizes ejaculation, representing the climax of the act.