Tail
/teɪl/
Tail is a noun and verb with 4 senses listed below, each with examples where available, plus synonyms and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
noun
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The caudal appendage of an animal that is attached to its posterior and near the anus.
“Most primates have a tail and fangs.”
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Sexual intercourse.
“I'm gonna get me some tail tonight.”
verb
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To swing with the stern in a certain direction; said of a vessel at anchor.
“This vessel tails downstream.”
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To follow and observe surreptitiously.
“Tail that car!”
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