English Explanatory Dictionary

hangtail

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. With the tail hanging limply.
adj
  1. Disheartened; low-spirited.

Word forms

hangtail more hangtail most hangtail

Etymology

From hang + tail, from the way a dog will leave its tail drooping or hanging when frightened or sad.

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