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tail

/tɛɪl/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does tail mean?

noun, verb

The back part of an animal's body, typically extending from the hips to the end of the spine. To follow or come after something.

Example

"The dog wagged its tail with excitement."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Words that share this root

tailortailor'stailor-made

What's another word for tail?

rearhindquartersaftend

What's the opposite of tail?

headfront

Rhymes with tail

failgalesalesail