dehorner

/diˈhɔrnər/

Definitions

1. noun

a tool or device used to remove horns from animals, especially cattle or sheep, in order to prevent injury to people or to prevent damage to equipment or fences.

“The farmer used a dehorner to remove the horns from the newly born calves.”

Synonyms

  • dehorning tool
  • horn remover

Antonyms

  • animal with horns intact
  • horned animal