dragon's tail

noun

, Astronomy.

1. (formerly) the descending node of the moon or a planet.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dragon's tail¹

First recorded in 1595–1605

Example Sentences

Upon his helmet flashed the falcon of the Baglioni with the dragons tail that swept behind.

From Project Gutenberg

With her Dragons tail she lashed the bell, and lashed it till its bronze was red hot.

From Project Gutenberg