"p way" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: p-way [alternative], Pway [alternative]
Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} p way (uncountable)
  1. (rail transport, UK) Abbreviation of permanent way. Tags: UK, abbreviation, alt-of, uncountable Alternative form of: permanent way Categories (topical): Rail transportation

Alternative forms

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