adj
trailing
TRAY-lihng
adj
1
Following behind, especially something attached and pulled along.
"The bride's trailing veil swept along the aisle."
2
Losing or behind in a competition or ranking.
"The trailing candidate conceded the election."
How to Use Trailing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFollowing along behind, or currently losing/behind.
Common pairings
trailing edge
trailing candidate
trailing vine
Word Forms
trailings plural
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The bride's _____ veil swept along the aisle.