brocket

American  

[brok-it] / ˈbrɒk ɪt /

noun

1. any of several small, red, South American deer of the genus Mazama, having short, unbranched antlers.

2. the male red deer in the second year, with the first growth of straight horns.

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brocket British  

/ ˈbrɒkɪt /

noun

1. any small deer of the genus Mazama , of tropical America, having small unbranched antlers

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Etymology

Origin of brocket

1375–1425; late Middle English broket < Anglo-French broquet, equivalent to broque horn ( Medieval Latin broca; see broach) + -et -et

Example Sentences

Specimens were collected from the bush dog, collared anteater, bison and gray brocket deer, among other species.

From Scientific American • Mar. 11, 2013

"Yes, and the slot of a brocket from a doe."

From The Children of the New Forest by Marryat, Frederick

"Why, a stag is called a brocket until he is three years old, at four years he is a staggart; at five years a warrantable stag; and after five years he becomes a hart royal."

From The Children of the New Forest by Marryat, Frederick

The brocket retraced her steps, but the Jaguar seemed not to notice and began to wash one of her massive paws.

From The Black Phantom by Miller, Leo E. (Leo Edward)

Can you tell the slot of a brocket from a stag?”

From The Children of the New Forest by Marryat, Frederick