Dictionary Entry
tail
nounFind the meaning of the word tail, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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The rear part of an animal's body, or the part that sticks out from the back; also, the trailing end of anything.
Example Sentence
The dog wagged its tail happily when its owner came home.
Usage Note
Used to describe the rear part of animals, the end of objects, or as a verb meaning to follow someone secretly. It's also part of many idioms and compound words.