rail A rail is a long bar or track that helps to move something from one place to another. This word is often used as part of other words. - The man held onto the rail as he walked down the stairs.
- He held onto the railing. (rail = railing)
- The company uses the rails for transporting goods.
- It uses the railways.
- Many commuters in our city use the light rail system. (light rail = train)
- The best way to travel through Europe is by rail.
- Companies in the U.S. save money by moving heavy freight* by rail.
Freight can be shipped by rail. He’s holding onto the railing. She’s sliding down a railing on her skateboard. This sign shows the presence of railroad tracks.
Do you have trouble pronouncing "r" sounds? If so, click here for some practice. *freight: large quantities of goods or materials that must be moved over a long distance. Click here to learn more words. September 18, 2013 |