trail
Translation
trail, path, track
Examples
We followed the trail through the forest.
We followed the trail through the forest.
The police are on the trail of the thief.
The police are on the trail of the thief.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) trail a path or track We followed the trail through the forest.
((on the)) trail ((of sb./sth.)) following clues to find sb./sth. The police are on the trail of the thief.
Similar Words
Synonyms: path, track, route, scent
Etymology
From Old French 'trailler' (to pull, to tow), originally referring to the track left by something being dragged.
Memory Tips
Imagine a hiking trail in a forest, or the trail left by a snail.