trail

B1
Pronunciation
/tɹeɪl/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

The track or indication marking the route followed by something that has passed, such as the footprints of animal on land or the contrail of an airplane in the sky.

2 Definition

A route for travel over land, especially a narrow, unpaved pathway for use by hikers, horseback riders, etc.

3 Definition

A trailer broadcast on television for a forthcoming film or programme.

4 Definition

A walk in which all the edges are distinct.

Verb
11 definition(s)
1 Definition

To follow behind (someone or something); to tail (someone or something).

Example Sentences
  • The hunters trailed their prey deep into the woods.
2 Definition

To drag (something) behind on the ground.

Example Sentences
  • You'll get your coat all muddy if you trail it around like that.
3 Definition

To leave (a trail of).

Example Sentences
  • He walked into the house, soaking wet, and trailed water all over the place.
4 Definition

To show a trailer of (a film, TV show etc.); to release or publish a preview of (a report etc.) in advance of the full publication.

Example Sentences
  • His new film was trailed on TV last night.
5 Definition

To hang or drag loosely behind; to move with a slow sweeping motion.

Example Sentences
  • The bride's long dress trailed behind her as she walked down the aisle.
6 Definition

To run or climb like certain plants.

7 Definition

To drag oneself lazily or reluctantly along.

Example Sentences
  • Our parents marched to church and we trailed behind.
8 Definition

To be losing, to be behind in a competition.

9 Definition

To carry (a firearm) with the breech near the ground and the upper part inclined forward, the piece being held by the right hand near the middle.

10 Definition

To flatten (grass, etc.) by walking through it; to tread down.

11 Definition

To take advantage of the ignorance of; to impose upon.