1. Steam-powered locomotive for drawing heavy loads along surfaces other than tracks

Derived forms: traction engines

Type of: engine, loco, locomotive, locomotive engine, railroad locomotive [N. Amer], railway locomotive [Brit, Cdn]

Encyclopedia: Traction engine

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