Pronunciation

/rɪˈlɔɪdˌrɑːd/

Definitions

• Noun: A system of fixed tracks with trains, used for transporting passengers and goods on land, especially over long distances. Example: “The railroad connected two cities, facilitating trade.”
• Verb: To transport people or goods using a railroad system. Example: “The train was scheduled to railroad passengers from New York to Chicago.”
• Noun (plural, informal): An informal term for a railroad company or its employees. Example: “He works for the local railroad.”

Phrases

• “Built a railroad” means constructing a railway.
• “Railroaded a suspect” (informal) implies forcing or manipulating someone into a decision or confession.
• “Switching railroad” refers to the process of moving trains between tracks.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The historic railroad bridge still stands over the river.”
• Verb: “The freight cars were railroaded across the country.”
• Noun (plural, informal): “The railroad workers went on strike to improve their conditions.”

Synonyms

• Railway
• Line
• Railway system
• Track
• Train service

Related Words

• Steam locomotive
• Passenger car
• Freight train
• Depot
• Conductor -出轨 (chū guò) (Chinese equivalent for derailment)