1. Plural of bucktail; a fishing lure made from the tail hair of a deer, typically tied to a hook.
Usage: commonly used in freshwater and saltwater fishing
2. Plural of bucktail; a member of a militia or military unit, especially historically associated with frontier or irregular forces.
Usage: historical; chiefly North American

Examples

• The angler tied several bucktails to his tackle box before heading to the river.
• Bucktails are effective lures for catching bass and pike in freshwater lakes.
• She cast her bucktail near the rocky outcrop where the fish were feeding.
• The frontier bucktails were known for their guerrilla-style tactics during the war.
• Many experienced fishermen prefer bucktails over synthetic lures for their natural appearance.