trailing Synonyms
trailing Meaning
trailing (n)
the pursuit (of a person or animal) by following tracks or marks they left behind
trailing (p. pr. & vb. n.)
of Trail
trailing ()
a. & vb. n. from Trail.
trailing Sentence Examples
- The woman's flowing dress trailed behind her as she walked.
- The hikers left a trail of footprints as they ascended the mountain.
- The comet left a bright, trailing tail as it streaked through the night sky.
- The wounded animal left a trail of blood as it limped away.
- The boat's wake trailed behind it, creating ripples in the water.
- The car's exhaust trailed out of the muffler, creating a lingering smell.
- The smoke from the wildfire trailed across the horizon, obscuring the sun.
- The trailing vine extended from the tree, seeking sunlight.
- The detective followed the trail of evidence, leading him to the suspect.
- The scent of perfume trailed through the room, lingering long after its wearer had left.
FAQs About the word trailing
the pursuit (of a person or animal) by following tracks or marks they left behindof Trail, a. & vb. n. from Trail.
tracking, tracing, tailing, chasing,pursuit, following, pursuing, tagging,search, hounding
guiding, leading, guiding,leading,heading, heading, piloting,piloting
The woman's flowing dress trailed behind her as she walked.
The hikers left a trail of footprints as they ascended the mountain.
The comet left a bright, trailing tail as it streaked through the night sky.
The wounded animal left a trail of blood as it limped away.
