Meaning & Definition of word "Trail"

Trail

/treɪl/

1. A path or track made across a wild region, usually for walking or hiking.
- Example: We followed the narrow trail that led through the forest.
2. A mark, object, or sign that is left behind by someone or something.
- Example: The hunter was able to follow the trail of footprints in the snow.
3. A series of events or clues that lead to a conclusion.
- Example: The detective followed the trail of evidence to uncover the truth.

1. To follow or to allow to follow behind.
- Example: The dog trailed behind its owner as they walked down the street.
2. To leave a mark or course behind.
- Example: The comet trailed a sparkling tail of dust across the night sky.
3. To linger behind in activity or progress.
- Example: She tended to trail in her studies compared to her classmates.

Middle English trailen, from Old French traïler, from Latin trahere 'to pull or draw'.

trail off:

To become less clear or less audible.

trail behind:

To lag or fall back from someone or something.

on the trail of:

In search of or pursuing someone or something.

trailing:

The act of following or continuing behind.

entrail:

To enclose within or as if within a trail.

Meaning: To be left behind or to lag in a competition.

Example Sentence: I was trailing the whole time during the race.

Meaning: To follow someone closely, often used in the context of stalking.

Example Sentence: He was trailing her all day, making her uncomfortable.