What does TRAIL mean?

Trail

Part of Speech: Noun, verb

Definition:

• Noun: a path or track made by the passage of people or animals.
• Noun: a mark or a series of signs or objects left behind by the passage of someone or something.
• Verb: to follow or be followed by a trace or track.
• Verb: to drag or let drag behind one, especially on the ground.

Pronunciations:

• US: /treɪl/
• UK: /treɪl/

Origin and Usage: The word "trail" originated from the Old English word "træl," meaning "to drag or trail." It has been in use since the 14th century. The noun form refers to a path or track made by the passage of people or animals, while the verb form refers to the act of following or dragging something behind oneself. The word is commonly used in outdoor activities such as hiking and camping, as well as in criminal investigations and detective work.

Synonyms:

• Noun: path, track, route, way, course
• Verb: follow, pursue, track, trace, hunt

Related Words:

• Blaze
• Track
• Trace
• Route
• Path

Example Sentences:

• The hiker followed the trail through the forest.
• The detective found a trail of footprints leading away from the crime scene.
• The dog trailed its leash behind it as it walked.
• The brides dress trailed behind her as she walked down the aisle.