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Railway turntable
/ɹˈeɪlweɪ tˈɜːnteɪbəl/
/ɹˈeɪlweɪ tˈɜːnteɪbəl/Railway turntable
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a rotating platform used to redirect train engines or cars between different tracks
Example
Engineers carefully position locomotives on the railway turntable before rotating them to align with the desired track.
In the past, railway turntables were manually operated, but modern ones are often mechanized for efficiency.
The railway turntable allows trains to change direction easily without needing to use multiple tracks.
Maintenance crews regularly inspect and lubricate the railway turntable to ensure smooth operation.
A railway turntable is a crucial component in train yards where space for maneuvering trains is limited.
