TRAIL
/tɹeɪl/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of TRAIL
The track or indication marking the route followed by something that has passed, such as the footprints of animal on land or the contrail of an airplane in the sky.
A route for travel over land, especially a narrow, unpaved pathway for use by hikers, horseback riders, etc.
A trailer broadcast on television for a forthcoming film or programme.
To follow behind (someone or something); to tail (someone or something).
"The hunters trailed their prey deep into the woods."
To drag (something) behind on the ground.
"You'll get your coat all muddy if you trail it around like that."
To leave (a trail of).
"He walked into the house, soaking wet, and trailed water all over the place."
Examples of TRAIL in a Sentence
- "The hunters trailed their prey deep into the woods."
- "You'll get your coat all muddy if you trail it around like that."
- "He walked into the house, soaking wet, and trailed water all over the place."
Word Details
Is TRAIL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, TRAIL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: TRAIL uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for TRAIL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | t | r | a | i | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in TRAIL
39 words from the letters in TRAIL
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use TRAIL in Word Games
TRAIL is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TRAIL is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble TRAIL to find 39 additional valid words.