dragon's tail
The term "dragon's tail" has diverse meanings ranging from mythical creatures to astronomical nodes and metaphorical expressions.
Definition
B2Folklore
(mythology, fantasy)The long, often serpentine, rear appendage of a mythical dragon.
Example
- The dragon's tail lashed out, causing the trees to sway violently.
C1Astronomy
(technical)The point where the moon or a planet crosses the ecliptic plane from north to south.
Example
- The dragon's tail is significant in predicting lunar and solar eclipses.
C1Idiomatic Expression
(figurative)Describing a risky or unpredictable situation that could have severe consequences.
Example
- Investing all your savings in one stock is like tickling the dragon's tail.
C2Astrology
(esoteric)Associated with Ketu, representing past experiences and instinctive knowledge.
Example
- In astrology, the dragon's tail symbolizes the lessons we need to learn from our past.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "dragon's tail":
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