fantail

/ˈfænteɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of bird, especially the fantailed pigeon or the fantailed drongo, characterized by its long, narrow tail feathers.

“The fantail bird is a popular sight in many Asian cities.”

2. noun

A type of boat, especially a small, flat-bottomed vessel, with a long, narrow tail of canvas or metal at the back, used for fishing or cruising.

“He rented a fantail boat to explore the river.”

Synonyms

  • bird
  • boat
  • drongo
  • pigeon
  • vessel

Antonyms

  • land animal
  • mammal