railroad
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/ˈreɪlˌroʊd/
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/ˈreɪl.rəʊd/
train system
Etymology
Etymology Information
'railroad' originates from the combination of 'rail' and 'road', where 'rail' referred to the tracks and 'road' referred to the path or way.
Historical Evolution
'railroad' evolved from the earlier term 'railway', which was used in the 18th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a road for rails', but over time it evolved to include the companies operating the trains.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a system of tracks along which trains run, or a company that operates such a system.
The railroad connects the east and west coasts of the country.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35