"railfanning" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: railfan + -ing Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|railfan|ing}} railfan + -ing Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} railfanning (uncountable)
  1. (US) The activities of railfans. Tags: US, uncountable Categories (topical): Rail transportation Synonyms: train spotting

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