"cab signalling" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} cab signalling (uncountable)
  1. (rail transport, British spelling) A rail safety system installed in the driving cab of a train, which gives information to the train driver on track status and condition. Tags: UK, uncountable Categories (topical): Rail transportation Synonyms: cab signaling [US] Related terms: cab signal
    Sense id: en-cab_signalling-en-noun-LU21I1P6 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: rail-transport, railways, transport

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