Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hindquarters
noun
/ˈhaɪndˈkwɔːrtərz/
Definition
The back part of an animal’s body, especially the part that corresponds to the hips and legs.
Examples
- The dog wagged its hindquarters excitedly when it saw its owner.
- The horse’s hindquarters are strong and powerful, aiding in its gallop.
- In some animals, like cows, the hindquarters are particularly muscular and well-developed.
Meaning
Hindquarters refer to the rear section of a four-legged animal, which includes the hind legs and associated muscles and bones.
Synonyms
- rear end
- back end
- rump
