The Simple English Wikipedia has an article on: Hornet Pronunciation (UK) IPA (key): /ˈhɔː.nɪt/ (US) IPA (key): /ˈhɔr.nɪt/ Audio (UK)(file) Noun Singular hornet Plural hornets (countable) A hornet is a large wasp that is usually red or yellow in color. Wikiwand - on Seamless Wikipedia browsing. On steroids.Remove ads