Pronunciation: /haɪnd ɛnd/

Definitions of hind end

noun the rear or back part of something, especially an animal

Example Sentences

A1 The dog wagged its hind end happily.

A2 The cat groomed its hind end carefully.

B1 The horse kicked with its hind end in defense.

B2 The kangaroo used its powerful hind end to jump high.

C1 The elephant swung its hind end to ward off predators.

C2 The cheetah's hind end propelled it forward at incredible speeds.

Examples of hind end in a Sentence

formal The veterinarian examined the horse's hind end for any signs of injury.

informal I can't believe my dog keeps chasing his tail around his hind end.

slang That cat always sits on its hind end like it's the king of the house.

figurative She always puts her career at the hind end of her priorities.

Grammatical Forms of hind end

plural

hind ends

comparative

more hind end

superlative

most hind end

present tense

hind end

future tense

will hind end

perfect tense

has hind ended

continuous tense

is hind ending

singular

hind end

positive degree

hind end

infinitive

to hind end

gerund

hind ending

participle

hind ended

Origin and Evolution of hind end

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The term 'hind end' originated from Old English, where 'hind' referred to the rear or back part of something.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'hind end' has become a commonly used term to refer to the back or rear part of an animal or object, with 'hind' specifically indicating the rear portion.