1. Plural of althorn; brass instruments of the saxhorn family, typically pitched in E♭ or B♭, used in brass bands and orchestras.
Usage: Also called tenor horns or E♭ horns in some contexts.; Primarily used in British brass bands.

Examples

• The brass band featured a section of althorns that provided rich harmonic support.
• She played one of the althorns in the school's concert band.
• The althorns' warm tone blended well with the trumpets and trombones.
• Several althorns were needed to fill out the middle register of the ensemble.