Meaning of the word pigtail in English

What does pigtail mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pigtail

US /ˈpɪɡ.teɪl/

UK /ˈpɪɡ.teɪl/

a length of hair that is plaited or braided and hangs from the back or side of the head

Example:

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She wore her hair in two neat pigtails.

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The little girl had long blonde pigtails.

Synonym:

braid plait queue

a twisted length of tobacco

Example:

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Sailors often chewed on pigtail tobacco.

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He pulled a piece of pigtail from his pouch.

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