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hind

adjective

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Located at the back or rear; posterior. It can also refer to a female deer, especially a red deer, in its third year.

Example Sentence

The horse's hind legs were powerful as it galloped across the field, easily clearing the low fence.

Usage Note

Use 'hind' as an adjective to describe the back part of an animal or object, often in anatomical or descriptive contexts. For example, you might talk about a dog's hind paws or the hind part of a ship. It is also used as a noun to refer to a female deer, particularly in hunting or wildlife discussions.