A path or track made across a wild region, over rough country, or the like, by the passage of people or animals. noun
We followed the hiking trail through the forest.
The deer left a trail through the underbrush.
A series of signs or objects left behind by the passage of someone or something. noun
The detective followed the trail of clues left by the suspect.
There was a trail of breadcrumbs leading back to the house.
To drag or let drag along the ground or other surface; draw or drag along behind. verb
She trailed her scarf behind her as she walked.
The dog trailed its leash through the mud.
To follow the track, trail, or scent of; track. verb
The hunter trailed the bear through the woods.
The police trailed the suspect for several miles.
To lag behind; to be behind in progress or development. verb
The team trailed by ten points at halftime.
In the race, she trailed behind the leader.