"railroad"的定义和意义

Railroad

名词

a system or network of tracks with the trains, organization, and people needed to operate them

Example

He works as an engineer for the local railroad company.

The railroad connects the city center with the suburban areas.

The railroad construction project was expected to be completed by next year.

a track with rails along which trains run

What is a "railroad"?

A railroad is a track made of steel rails that trains run on. These rails are placed on wooden or concrete beams, which are spaced out along the track to support the weight of the trains and keep the rails in place. Railroads are designed to guide trains along specific routes, connecting different locations for transportation.

Example

He enjoyed walking along the railroad, listening to the sounds of the passing trains.

She sat down on a bench next to the railroad, watching the trains pass by.

The houses were built close to the railroad, so you could hear the trains.

to railroad

动词

铁道运输, 铁路运输

transport by railroad

supply with railroad lines

强迫接受, 匆忙通过

to unfairly compel someone or a group of people to to accept something such as a decision, rule, etc. quickly

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