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railway

[ˈreɪlweɪ]

railway Definition

a track made of steel rails along which trains run and on which they are supported.

Using railway: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "railway" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The railway system in Japan is very efficient.

  • Example

    The train derailed and damaged the railway.

  • Example

    The railway company announced a new route for the high-speed train.

railway Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for railway

Phrases with railway

  • a place where trains stop to allow passengers to get on or off

    Example

    We arrived at the railway station just in time to catch the train.

  • a bridge that carries a railway over a river, road, or other obstacle

    Example

    The railway bridge was damaged by the flood and had to be closed for repairs.

  • the metal rails on which trains run

    Example

    The railway track was covered with snow and ice, making it difficult for the train to move.

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Summary: railway in Brief

The term 'railway' [ˈreɪlweɪ] refers to a track made of steel rails on which trains run. It is used to describe the entire system of trains and tracks, as well as specific components like 'railway station' and 'railway bridge.' Examples include 'The railway system in Japan is very efficient,' and 'The train derailed and damaged the railway.'

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