rail
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/reɪl/
bar or track
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rail' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'reille,' where 'reille' meant 'bar or rod.'
Historical Evolution
'reille' transformed into the Middle English word 'raile,' and eventually became the modern English word 'rail.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'bar or rod,' but over time it evolved to include meanings related to railway tracks and strong complaints.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a bar or series of bars, typically fixed on upright supports, serving as part of a fence or barrier or used to hang things on.
She held onto the rail for support.
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Noun 2
a steel bar or continuous line of bars laid on the ground as one of a pair forming a railway track.
The train sped along the rails.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45