Definitions

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  • noun Any object like a beaver's tail. Oval or tear-drop in plan; usually broad and flat.
  • noun A fried-dough pastry of such shape.
  • noun A species of prickly pear cactus, Opuntia basilaris.
  • noun A gun grip of such shape.

Etymologies

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beaver +‎ tail

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