Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trail-off
verb
/treɪl ɔf/
Definition
To gradually decrease in sound or intensity until it disappears.
Examples
- As she spoke, her voice began to trail off until it was barely audible.
- The melody started strong but began to trail off near the end of the song.
- He often trails off when he gets distracted.
Meaning
The term ‘trail-off’ refers to a process where something diminishes or fades away, often used to describe speech or music that becomes softer or less distinct over time.
Synonyms
- dwindle
- wane
- fade
- weaken
