1. An inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
   - fender, buffer, pilot

Derived forms: cowcatchers

Type of: framework

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

Encyclopedia: Cowcatcher

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