powder horn

noun

1. a powder flask made from the horn of a cow or ox.

powder horn

noun

1. a powder flask consisting of the hollow horn of an animal

Word History and Origins

Origin of powder horn¹

First recorded in 1525–35

Example Sentences

The theft also resulted in the loss of dozens of objects, some three centuries old, including a prayer book, a powder horn and antique guns and swords.

From New York Times

The powder horn and a small sharp hatchet hung at his belt and he carried the gun ready loaded on his shoulder.

From Literature

Oh, those troops were impressive-looking with all those belts and buckles and powder horns and bayonets and so forth dangling about their red uniforms.

From Literature

Displays will include churning butter, grinding corn, baking ash cakes, carving on powder horns, carding and spinning and other pioneer skills.

From Washington Times

The cartridge box and powder horn were also there.

From Literature