CEFR B1

tail

noun

Meaning

The part of an animal's body that extends from the rear of its torso, often long and flexible.

Examples

The cat's tail twitched with annoyance.
A monkey uses its tail to help it climb.

Synonyms: appendage, extremity, rear, end

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tail (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /teɪl/

Definition

The part of an animal's body that extends from the rear of its torso, often long and flexible.

Examples

The cat's tail twitched with annoyance.
A monkey uses its tail to help it climb.
The peacock spread its magnificent tail feathers.

How to Use tail

tail off (phrasal verb): To gradually decrease in size, amount, or strength. — "The crowd's enthusiasm began to tail off after the first hour."
tailspin (noun): A rapid, uncontrolled downward spiral, often used figuratively for a state of collapse. — "The company's profits went into a tailspin after the scandal."
follow at the tail of (prepositional phrase): To follow closely behind someone or something. — "The reporters followed at the tail of the celebrity."

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