Definition

A hairstyle where the hair is styled back on the sides and comes together in a point at the back of the head.

Example

He styled his hair into a ducktail for the party.

Conversation

Have you seen my new hairstyle?

Yeah, it looks great! Is that a ducktail?

Thanks! I decided to try something different with my hair.

It definitely suits you — very stylish!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ducktail → The word is formed from "duck" (from Old English *duce*, meaning a type of waterfowl) and "tail" (from Old English *tægel*, meaning the rear part of an animal). The term "ducktail" refers to a hairstyle that resembles the shape of a duck's tail.

Memory Tip

Think of the shape of a duck's 'tail' — that's why 'ducktail' describes a hairstyle that looks like a duck's tail.

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