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Scorpion's tail

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(Bot.) any plant of the leguminous genus Scorpiurus, herbs with a circinately coiled pod; - also called caterpillar.

See also: Scorpion



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Byline: NICK SMITH THE torrent of abuse, the relentless insults and the scowling facial expressions all whipped up like a scorpion's tail towards the directors' box from the furious fans below.
A box with a scorpion's tail, and a spectacular oriental lacquered table from the British Council offices in Hong Kong (where it will be returning) both allude to living sea creatures.
Simple enough surely, just cock your left hand up like a scorpion's tail, take a couple of steps forward and a lunge towards your opponent's body like Zorro on a good day.
 
 
 
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