boattail

English

noun
Definitions
  • The progressively narrowing rear end of a bullet or ballistic missile that is designed to reduce drag
  • A large grackle or blackbird (), found in the Southern United States.

Etymology

Compound from English boat + English tail.

Origin

English

tail

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