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trailing

/ˈreɪlɪŋ/ adjective, verb · British & US
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What does trailing mean?

adjective, verb

Following or accompanying something as it moves or progresses; continuing to exist or be present after something else has stopped or ended. To continue to exist or be present after something else has stopped or ended.

Example

"The trailing edge of the wing created a lot of drag during the flight."

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