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单词 flatcar
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flatcar

noun

flat·​car ˈflat-ˌkär How to pronounce flatcar (audio)
: a railroad freight car without permanent raised sides, ends, or covering

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web The house later toured the country on a flatcar, then was displayed at the Ohio State Fairgrounds in Columbus until 1936 when the Ohio Historical Society returned the house to its original site. Jeff Suess, The Enquirer, 24 Apr. 2022 There were flatcars on it that transported heavy machinery on railroad tracks. Cal Fussman, Popular Mechanics, 15 June 2016 The collection contains ordinary pieces such as cabooses and flatcars along with unique pieces such as club cars, passenger coaches, a diner and a rare domed observation car. Kelly Kazek, AL.com, 31 Jan. 2018

Word History

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

flatcar

noun

flat·​car -ˌkär How to pronounce flatcar (audio)
: a railroad car without sides or a roof that is used to carry freight
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