Svansen
Svansen is the definite form of the Swedish noun svans, meaning “the tail.” It is used to refer to the tail or caudal appendage of animals and objects that resemble a tail, and it appears in everyday speech, scientific writing, and descriptions of anatomy.
Grammar and form: In Swedish, svans is the common noun for tail; svansen denotes the definite singular
Biology and anatomy: The tail supports locomotion, balance, communication, and defense across various species. In mammals,
Cultural usage: The phrase gå med svansen mellan benen, literally “to go with the tail between the