"camping coach" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: camping coaches [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} camping coach (plural camping coaches)
  1. (rail transport, UK, dated) A retired passenger coach converted into accommodation for holidaymakers, and placed in a station siding in an area frequented by holidaymakers. Tags: UK, dated Categories (topical): Rail transportation

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