milk train
The term "milk train" has historical roots in both passenger and goods rail transport, often associated with early morning schedules.
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Definition
C1Rail Transport
(historical, technical)A goods train designed to transport milk from rural creameries to urban markets.
Example
- In the early 20th century, the milk train was a crucial link between dairy farms and city consumers.
B2Colloquial
(informal)A slow passenger train that departs very early in the morning.
Example
- I had to catch the milk train to make it to my meeting on time.
Similar
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