signal box
A 'signal box' is a critical facility in railway systems for managing train movements and ensuring safety.
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Definition
B2Railway Operations
(technical)A building near railway tracks where signals and track switches are controlled to manage train movements.
Example
- The signal box operator ensured that the train safely switched tracks.
C1Emergency Services
(historical)A box used in older police or fire-alarm systems to send alerts.
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