Meaning of the word railroad in English
What does railroad mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
railroad
US /ˈreɪl.roʊd/
UK /ˈreɪl.roʊd/
Noun
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a track or set of tracks made of steel rails along which passenger and freight trains run
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The train traveled along the railroad tracks.
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Building a new railroad will connect distant cities.
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a system of transport using trains on tracks
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The country's railroad system is extensive.
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Many goods are transported by railroad.
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Verb
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to force (a measure or person) through a process quickly and often unfairly
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The committee tried to railroad the new policy without proper debate.
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He felt they were trying to railroad him into signing the contract.
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