curly tail

Spiral rear appendage

A curly tail is a tail that curves or spirals, characteristic of certain dog breeds like pugs and shiba inus, as well as pigs.

The term also names a family of Caribbean lizards known for their distinctively coiled tails.

The puppy's curly tail wagged as she greeted us at the door.

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pug dog · bulldog · wagging · twist · coil · phone cord · ringlet · snout · kinked · bouncy · perky · wiggly · squiggle · curlicue · swirl · pigtail · tendril · hook

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tail shape/form

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Wide, level rear appendage

pointed tail · rat tail · bushy tail

tail movement/carriage

curly tailtail between legs

Sign of humiliation

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G