Definitions

1. 1. lit. to use a dog's tail as a substitute for sable fur (idiom)
2. 2. fig. a worthless sequel to a masterpiece

Components

• 狗 gǒu – dog
• 尾 wěi – tail
• 续 xù – to continue
• 貂 diāo – sable or marten (genus Martes)