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antler

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Noun — A bony, branching growth on the head of a deer, moose, or similar animal, shed and regrown each year.

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Etymology

From Old French antoillier, ultimately traced to a Latin phrase meaning roughly "before the eye" — describing where the growth sits on the head.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “antler” mean?

The word “antler” means a bony, branching growth on the head of a deer, moose, or similar animal, shed and regrown each year. In plain terms, the branching horn-like growths on a deer's head.

How do you pronounce “antler”?

“Antler” is pronounced ANT-luh (/ˈænt.lɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “antler” in a sentence?

Here is “antler” used in a sentence: “The stag lowered its antlers as it faced its rival.”

What part of speech is “antler”?

“Antler” is a noun.

Where does the word “antler” come from?

The word “antler” comes from Latin. From Old French antoillier, ultimately traced to a Latin phrase meaning roughly "before the eye" — describing where the growth sits on the head.

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