pin-tailed

[ pin-teyld ]

adjective

, Ornithology.

1. having a tapered tail with long, pointed central feathers.
2. having the feathers of the tail stiff, narrow, and pointed.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pin-tailed¹

First recorded in 1870–75

Example Sentences

Saw immense numbers of 167 Pin-tailed Ducks, but could not get near them.

From Project Gutenberg

The Pin-tailed species is known as Ganga, signifying a bargain, in reference to its edible qualities.

From Project Gutenberg