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Antlers

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Antlers (noun) means the branching, bony growths on the head of a deer, moose, or similar animal, usually shed and regrown each year. Example: “The stag lowered its antlers and pawed at the ground before charging.”

noun

The branching, bony growths on the head of a deer, moose, or similar animal, usually shed and regrown each year.

"The stag lowered its antlers and pawed at the ground before charging."

"Hikers found a set of shed antlers on the forest trail in early spring."

How to use Antlers

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe branching horn-like structures on the heads of deer and similar animals.

Common mistake

Antlers (deer, elk, moose) are shed and regrown yearly and are branched bone; horns (cattle, goats, sheep) are permanent and unbranched — the two words aren't interchangeable.

Easily confused with

horns

Common pairings

a rack of antlers shed antlers lock antlers

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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The stag lowered its _____ and pawed at the ground before charging.

Etymology

From Old French antoillier, ultimately from Latin ante oculos, "before the eyes" — describing the part of the growth positioned in front of the animal's eyes.

Origin: Latin

Frequently asked questions

What does “Antlers” mean?

The word “Antlers” means the branching, bony growths on the head of a deer, moose, or similar animal, usually shed and regrown each year. In plain terms, the branching horn-like structures on the heads of deer and similar animals.

How do you use “Antlers” in a sentence?

Here is “Antlers” used in a sentence: “The stag lowered its antlers and pawed at the ground before charging.”

What part of speech is “Antlers”?

“Antlers” is a noun.

Where does the word “Antlers” come from?

The word “Antlers” comes from Latin. From Old French antoillier, ultimately from Latin ante oculos, "before the eyes" — describing the part of the growth positioned in front of the animal's eyes.