antler

noun

ant·ler | \ ˈant-lər

Definition of antler

: one of the paired deciduous solid bony processes that arise from the frontal bone on the head of an animal of the deer family also : a branch of an antler

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Recent Examples on the Web Management deer are bucks that are removed from the herd because of one or more undesirable antler traits. — Matt Williams, Dallas News, 2 Oct. 2021 One charm is an antler and the other one is a heart with double crosses and arrows going through it. — Sara Holzman, Marie Claire, 27 Sep. 2021 In addition to the balls, notes the team on its blog, excavation of the cairn has uncovered fragments of pottery, knives and the antler of a Roe deer. — Livia Gershon, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Sep. 2021 Cain says spring rains are always a huge benefit to deer, mainly because the moisture fuels the growth of lush habitat to support good body conditions and fawn production and spur antler growth. — Matt Williams, Dallas News, 19 June 2021 The impact of a big leap may help rattle an antler loose. — Jason Tome, Outdoor Life, 17 Feb. 2021 The antler pieces sink into both Kirigan and Alina, seemingly bonding them forever. — Olivia Truffaut-wong, refinery29.com, 27 Apr. 2021 More than likely, this deer injured its antler during velvet. — Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 24 Feb. 2021 Now, a variety of steins line the walls, alongside antler chandeliers and artworks depicting Germany or derived from German folklore and iconography. — Susan Dunne, courant.com, 1 Apr. 2021

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