herne
- A legendary figure in English folklore, often depicted as a ghostly huntsman associated with Windsor Forest and Great Park in the county of Berkshire. Herne is said to have antlers growing from his head and is often associated with the Wild Hunt. nounThe legend of Herne the Hunter is a popular tale in English folklore.Some say that Herne appears in Windsor Forest during the full moon.
- A surname of English origin, which may be derived from the Old English word for 'corner' or 'nook'. nounThe Herne family has lived in this village for generations.She traced her ancestry back to the Herne surname in England.