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ringtail
[ ring-teyl ]
noun
- Also called ringsail. Nautical. a narrow studdingsail set abaft a gaff sail, especially a spanker, upon spears extending beyond the gaff and boom.
adjective
ringtail
/ ˈrɪŋˌteɪl /
noun
- Also calledring-tailed cat another name for cacomistle
- Also calledringtail possum any of several possums having curling prehensile tails used to grasp branches while climbing
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Stealthily though Ringtail advanced, sharp eyes noted his approach.
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In the shallows where it had spread over its low banks, Ringtail found an abundance of food and fed daintily.
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The next night found Ringtail entirely recovered from his adventure and once more abroad.
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Ringtail was free to continue his way homeward, limping slightly but proud of his victory.
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A few nights later Ringtail met with a strange adventure, one which left him thoroughly puzzled.
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