1. the head of a horse, especially when used as a symbol, decoration, or in art
2. a sculptural or architectural ornament shaped like a horse's head
Usage: often used in classical or decorative design
3. a type of sea creature or marine organism with a head resembling that of a horse
Usage: informal; refers to seahorses or similar creatures

Examples

• The carousel featured a beautifully carved horsehead as one of its central figures.
• The building's facade was decorated with ornamental horseheads in the classical style.
• She collected small horsehead figurines from around the world.
• The fountain displayed a bronze horsehead spouting water.
• Children were fascinated by the tiny horseheads they found in the tide pools.