Tail
/teɪl/noun
The rear part of an animal's body, stands out from the rest of the body.
The dog wags its tail when it's happy.
Often appears as...
- wag the tail
- tail wagging
Definition 1 of 6
Pro Tip 1/3Animal Emotion
The tail often indicates an animal's emotional state or behavior.
A cat's tail might puff up when it's scared.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Length
'Tail' refers to the entire hind part, not just a long piece sticking out.
A rabbit has a short, fluffy tail.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Use
Sometimes 'tail' is used metaphorically in idioms and phrases.
He was 'tail between his legs' embarrassed.
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