Definitions

1. verb

to remove the horn of an animal, especially a deer, either by cutting or by pulling it out, or to remove the horns or horn-like protrusions from something.

“The taxidermist had to exungulate the deer’s horns before mounting it.”

2. noun

the act or process of removing the horn of an animal, especially a deer, either by cutting or by pulling it out.

“The process of exungulation is a delicate one that requires great care.”