bucktail

[ buhk-teyl ]

noun

, Angling.

1. an artificial fly made of hairs of or like those of the tail tails of a deer.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bucktail¹

First recorded in 1910–15; buck ¹ + tail ¹

Example Sentences

Tim Reeves, the chief executive of the 16-bed Bucktail Medical Center in Renovo, Pa., ruled out conversion because, in the case of another pandemic surge, there would be “nowhere to transfer my patients anymore.”

From New York Times

In 2021, Bucktail’s financial margin for patient services was negative 43 percent.

From New York Times

Black bass are fair near steep rocky shorelines, timber, and drop-offs on bucktail spinners, drop shots, blue/green skirted jigs, and crankbaits.

From Washington Times

As widespread as the Irresistible has become, the Bucktail Frog still garners the most attention at fly tying conclaves and symposiums.

From Washington Times

His father, Joe Messinger Sr., invented the Messinger Bucktail Frog for one overarching purpose - to catch bass.

From Washington Times