Latin word cornigera comes from Latin corniculum, Latin cornu, and later Latin corniger (Horned, having horns.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| corniculum | Latin (lat) | A horn-shaped ornament on the helmet, awarded for bravery.. A little horn. |
| cornu | Latin (lat) | (figuratively) power, strength, might. (musical instruments) a horn as a musical instrument. A horn, antler. A tusk. An arm or wing of an army. Any substance like the material of a horn, such as the bill of a bird. The end of a book or scroll, usually made of ivory. The horns of the moon. |
| corniger | Latin (lat) | Horned, having horns. |
| cornigera | Latin (lat) | Horned animals, especially horned cattle. A hind (female deer). |