Pronunciation

/trail/

Definitions

Noun

• 1. A track or path, especially one made by animals or people walking: The hikers followed the faint trail through the woods.
• 2. A series of connected events or actions: The story had a trail of mysterious disappearances.
• 3. A line of smoke, dust, or particles left behind: The car’s exhaust trail lingered in the air.
• 4. A trail of evidence or clues: Detectives were following a financial trail to catch the thief.

Verb

• 1. (tr) To walk or follow along a trail: We decided to trail the river upstream.
• 2. (tr) To leave a trail or track: Leaves were trailing from the tree branches.
• 3. (figurative) To lead or guide someone by a series of events or occurrences: His career trail led him from academia to industry.

Phrases

• “Trail a bike” means to ride a bicycle along a path or trail.
• “Trail mix” is a snack made with nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate bits.
• “Trailblazer” refers to a person who pioneer new paths or ideas.

Example Sentences

• Noun: The backpacker carefully picked her way along the rocky mountain trail.
• Verb: He trailed his fingers along the wooden fence, feeling the texture.
• Figurative: Her success story is a trail that many aspiring entrepreneurs aspire to follow.

Synonyms

• Follow
• Pursue
• Wander
• Roam
• Trace