nounπShareThe 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."After the heavy snowfall, the only trails visible across the park were those left by the deer. "environmentnaturegeographysignmarkanimalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA route for travel over land, especially a narrow, unpaved pathway for use by hikers, horseback riders, etc."We enjoyed hiking the mountain trails on Saturday. "wayenvironmentgeographynatureplacesportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA trailer broadcast on television for a forthcoming film or programme.""I saw some interesting trails for new TV shows while watching the news last night." "mediaentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA walk in which all the edges are distinct."The artist preferred trails of thick paint on the canvas, making sure each color stayed separate and distinct. "environmentnaturewayplaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo follow behind (someone or something); to tail (someone or something)."The hunters trailed their prey deep into the woods."actionwayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo drag (something) behind on the ground."The toddler trails his favorite blanket behind him as he walks through the house. "actionnatureenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo leave (a trail of)."He walked into the house, soaking wet, and trailed water all over the place."marknatureenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo 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."His new film was trailed on TV last night."mediaentertainmentcommunicationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo hang or drag loosely behind; to move with a slow sweeping motion."The child's blanket trails behind her as she walks through the house. "actionnaturewayenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo run or climb like certain plants."The ivy trails down the old brick wall, covering it with green. "plantbiologynatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo drag oneself lazily or reluctantly along."Our parents marched to church and we trailed behind."actionbodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be losing, to be behind in a competition.""In the race, Sarah trails Michael by several seconds." "sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo 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."The soldier trails his rifle through the muddy field, keeping it low to avoid hitting branches. "militaryweaponChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo flatten (grass, etc.) by walking through it; to tread down."The children trailed through the grass, making a path to the swings. "environmentnatureactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo take advantage of the ignorance of; to impose upon."The dishonest salesman trails older customers, knowing they might not understand the complex contract. "moralattitudebusinessvaluecharacterinhumannegativeactionsocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
