trail
//treɪl//
Noun
A path or track through a natural environment, especially one used for walking or hiking.
We followed a narrow trail through the forest.
A mark, series of signs, or objects left behind by someone or something that has passed.
The hikers followed the trail of footprints in the snow.
A route followed or course taken by someone or something.
The hurricane followed a trail across the ocean.
Verb
To walk or move slowly behind someone or something.
The children trailed behind their parents at the museum.
To drag or be dragged along behind.
Her long dress trailed along the ground as she walked.
To follow the tracks or traces of; to track or pursue.
The hunters trailed the deer through the forest.
To be losing or behind in a competition or contest.
Our team is trailing by 10 points at halftime.