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Horst

Noun - Geology:

A horst refers to a raised elongated block of the Earth's crust that has been relatively uplifted and bounded by faults or tectonic movements.

Example Sentence: The Sierra Nevada mountain range in California is formed by a horst that separates the Central Valley from the Basin and Range province.

Noun - Fashion:

In the context of fashion, a horst refers to the horizontal raised part of fabric between the breast and bellydancer's bra in Oriental dance costumes.

Example Sentence: She wore a stunning Oriental dance costume adorned with intricate beadwork on the horst.

Noun - German:

Horst, in German, can be a given name of male origin.

Example Sentence: Horst Müller is a renowned German painter.

Verb - Slang:

"Horst" can also be used as a slang verb, meaning to party or have a great time.

Example Sentence: We're going to horst all night at the club!

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