1. one of the branched horns of a deer, elk, moose, or similar animal that are shed and regrown annually

Examples

• The buck’s antlers were impressive with eight points on each side.
• Male deer shed their antlers every winter and grow new ones in spring.
• The moose’s massive antlers can span up to six feet across.
• Hunters often keep deer antlers as trophies.
• The elk rubbed his antlers against the tree to remove the velvet.
• Antlers are made of bone, unlike the horns of cattle which are made of keratin.