Skip to content

Entail Definition & Meaning

entail
noun
  1. land received by fee tail
  2. the act of entailing property; the creation of a fee tail from a fee simple
verb
  1. have as a logical consequence; "The water shortage means that we have to stop taking long showers"
  2. impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result; "What does this move entail?"
  3. limit the inheritance of property to a specific class of heirs

"Entail" in song lyrics

See how entail is used in real songs:

  • "My spies penetrate, never fail they gather entail"
    Frukwan f/ Lady Tigra — Ready 4 War
  • "What tragedy entail"
    Grits — Time is Passing
  • "Sippin Grolsch, park the Porsche, toss the el, group war entail"
    Scaramanga f/ Scholarwise — Strip Club Bait

Usage tips for "entail"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "entail" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for entail to find words that pair well.

Use "entail" in a verse

Now that you know what "entail" means, try using it in your own lyrics:

Generate a verse

Frequently asked questions

What does entail mean?
land received by fee tail the act of entailing property; the creation of a fee tail from a fee simple have as a logical consequence; "The water shortage means that we have to stop taking long showers" impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result; "What does this move entail?" limit the inheritance of property to a specific class of heirs
What part of speech is entail?
Entail is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does entail have?
Entail has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

Look up another word