1. grasses with soft, bushy flower spikes that resemble a fox’s tail
Usage: botany
2. the bushy tail of a fox
3. decorative tassels or plumes resembling a fox’s tail

Examples

• The field was covered with foxtails swaying in the breeze.
• Foxtails can be problematic weeds in agricultural areas.
• The dog’s fur was full of foxtail seeds after running through the meadow.
• Red foxtails are easily recognizable by their distinctive bushy appearance.
• The costume designer added foxtails to the character’s hat for decoration.
• Farmers often struggle to control foxtails in their crops.
• The foxtails in the garden attracted many small birds seeking seeds.