railway train
A 'railway train' is a fundamental mode of transportation, often used for carrying passengers and goods over long distances on dedicated tracks.
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Definition
B1General
(common)A series of connected vehicles that move on tracks to transport people or goods.
Example
- The railway train departed from the station on time.
- She enjoys the scenic views during her railway train journeys.
B2Technical
(technical, academic)A self-propelled vehicle consisting of a locomotive and one or more carriages or wagons, used for transportation on rail tracks.
Example
- Engineers conducted a safety inspection of the railway train before its departure.
- The freight railway train carried hundreds of tons of cargo.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "railway train":
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