Trail: meaning, definitions and examples

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trail

[ treɪl ]

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hiking

A path or track made for walking, especially through a wild area such as a forest or mountain range. Trails are often marked with signs or colored markers to help hikers navigate.

Synonyms

footpath, path, track

Examples of usage

The trail led us through the dense forest, crossing several streams along the way.
We followed the trail up the mountain, enjoying the breathtaking views of the valley below.

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biking

A route or path for off-road biking, typically narrow and winding through natural terrain. Trails for biking can vary in difficulty and are often designed with obstacles and jumps.

Synonyms

bike path, off-road track

Examples of usage

The mountain biking trail offered a thrilling ride through the rugged landscape.
Heather enjoys the challenge of navigating the twisty trails on her bike.

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following

To follow or track the path of something or someone. It can also refer to the act of leaving a visible mark or signs behind to be followed.

Synonyms

follow, pursue, track

Examples of usage

The detective trailed the suspect through the crowded streets of the city.
Her dress trailed behind her as she walked down the aisle.

Translations

Translations of the word "trail" in other languages:

🇵🇹 trilha

rastro
caminho

🇮🇳 पगडंडी

निशान
रास्ता

🇩🇪 Pfad

Spur
Weg

🇮🇩 jejak

jalur
jalan

🇺🇦 стежка

слід
шлях

🇵🇱 szlak

ślad
droga

🇯🇵 小道 (こみち)

跡 (あと)
道 (みち)

🇫🇷 sentier

trace
chemin

🇪🇸 sendero

rastro
camino

🇹🇷 iz

patika
yol

🇰🇷 오솔길

자취
길

🇸🇦 مسار

أثر
طريق

🇨🇿 stezka

stopa
cesta

🇸🇰 chodník

stopa
cesta

🇨🇳 小径 (xiǎojìng)

痕迹 (hénjì)
道路 (dàolù)

🇸🇮 pot

sled
cesta

🇮🇸 stígur

spor
leið

🇰🇿 соқпақ

із
жол

🇬🇪 ბილიკი

კვალი
გზა

🇦🇿 iz

cığır
yol

🇲🇽 sendero

rastro
camino

Word origin

The word 'trail' originated in Middle English from the Old French word 'trail', which meant to drag or draw along behind. Over time, it evolved to refer to a path or track left behind by someone or something moving through a natural environment. Trails have been used by humans for centuries for hunting, exploration, and transportation, and have become popular for recreational activities such as hiking, biking, and horseback riding.