tailfin

[US]/ˈteɪlfɪn/
[UK]/ˈteɪlfɪn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the fin at the tail of a fish; a vertical stabilizer on an aircraft
Word Forms
Pluraltailfins

Phrases & Collocations

tailfin design

damaged tailfin

tailfin shape

new tailfin

tailfin stabilizer

observing tailfins

tailfin failure

modified tailfin

large tailfin

tailfin structure

Example Sentences

the scuba diver admired the fish's vibrant tailfin.

a damaged tailfin made the model airplane unstable.

the dolphin propelled itself with a powerful tailfin stroke.

we studied the intricate details of the whale's tailfin.

the submarine's tailfin helped it maneuver underwater.

the child drew a colorful picture of a fish with a large tailfin.

the engineer designed a new tailfin for improved aerodynamics.

the seahorse uses its tailfin to grip seaweed.

the boat's tailfin was crucial for steering in the narrow channel.

the biologist observed the movement of the fish's tailfin.

the model ship featured a meticulously crafted tailfin.

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