hind

as in rear
being at or in the part of something opposite the front part the frog's long hind legs the hawk's reddish hind feathers

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Adjective
  • Inside the car, the rear bench has been ripped out so that reclining sport-style seats with Pepita inserts could be installed.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2025
  • And unlike traditional luxury coupes, the One of One has no rear window and rides high on large wheels, giving it a muscular, but still modern appearance.
    Dave Smith, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Aside from the classic pillow design, there are more shapes catered to all sleeping styles, including a crescent design for side and back sleepers and a cutout option for side sleepers.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Sold as a pair, these privacy curtains are machine washable, breathable, airy, and feature both a rod pocket and back tabs for hanging.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
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“Hind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hind. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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