tail fin
tail
teɪl
teil
fin
fɪn
fin
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Definition & Meaning of "tail fin"in English

Tail fin
01

the posterior part of a fish or aquatic animal's body, composed of fins that provide propulsion and maneuverability 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Animal
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
tail fins
Examples
The tail fin of a dolphin is adapted for powerful swimming and diving. 
02

a stabilizer that is part of the vertical tail structure of an airplane 

03

one of a pair of decorations projecting above the rear fenders of an automobile 

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