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Definition of black-tailed in English:

black-tailed

Pronunciation /ˈblakteɪld/

adjective

  • Especially in the names of animals: having a black tail.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in Philemon Holland (1552–1637), translator. From black + tailed, in many cases after classical Latin and scientific Latin melanurus.