"cantrail" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /kæntˈɹeɪl/ Forms: cantrails [plural]
Etymology: From cant + rail. Etymology templates: {{af|en|cant|rail}} cant + rail Head templates: {{en-noun}} cantrail (plural cantrails)
  1. (rail transport, UK) A length of metal (earlier timber) supporting the outer edge of the roof of a railway carriage; also found on locomotives, buses and coaches. Tags: UK Categories (topical): Rail transportation Synonyms: cant rail
    Sense id: en-cantrail-en-noun-0YbBEoQS Categories (other): British English, English entries with incorrect language header Topics: rail-transport, railways, transport

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