hind
adj. C2 Proficiency US //ˈhaɪnd// UK //hˈaɪnd// hind
adj. describing something at the back of an animal's body. You usually use this when talking about legs or feet.
adj. situated at the back or rear of an animal or vehicle. Typically used attributively before a noun.
The rabbit stood up on its hind legs.
The horse suffered a minor injury to its left hind hoof during the race.
The predator's powerful hind muscles allow it to leap great distances when pursuing prey across the open plains.
Usage
Typically used attributively before a noun; rarely used predicatively.