boattail en · NOUN
Etymology
From boat + tail.
Meanings
- The progressively narrowing rear end of a bullet or ballistic missile that is designed to reduce drag
- A large grackle or blackbird (Quiscalus major), found in the Southern United States.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| boat-tail | alternative | lexicographic | |
| boattails | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
boattail grackle (bird)