powder horn

American  

noun

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

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powder horn British  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of powder horn

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

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

From Washington Times

Earlier this year, a rare powder horn that belonged to an African American soldier killed in the Revolutionary War went on display at the Museum of the American Revolution.

From Fox News

Tabor also makes powder horns and other accessories for antique firearms.

From Washington Times

A rare powder horn that belonged to an African American soldier killed in the Revolutionary War has gone on display in Philadelphia.

From Fox News