tailstand en · NOUN
Etymology
From tail + stand.
Meanings
- A vertical pole that supports the rear fuselage of an aircraft during the loading and unloading of cargo.
- (slang) Standing with one's tail rather than the legs, usually in a curved way, in a similar fashion to kangaroos.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| tailstands | Number=Plur | lexicographic |