foxtail
Pronunciation: [ˈfɒksteɪl]
Word
Context: "plants"
(noun) a type of grass that has fluffy, bushy flower spikes that look like a fox's tail. These plants often grow in fields and can sometimes be found in gardens.
Example
The foxtail grass swayed gently in the summer breeze, making the field look beautiful.
Example
There was no foxtail grass in that area; it was all just plain dirt.
Example
Have you ever seen a foxtail grass growing near your house?
Context: "animals"
(noun) a part of some animals' tails that looks bushy, like a fox's tail. This thick fur can help keep them warm or help them balance.
Example
The fox trotted away, its foxtail bouncing behind it as it moved.
Example
The dog's tail is not a foxtail; it's much thinner and shorter.
Example
Why does the fox's foxtail look so fluffy?
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