rail

noun B2

Meaning

A rail is a long, narrow bar or rod, typically made of metal, used as a support or barrier, especially in the context of transportation or construction.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "rail" with "railway," which refers specifically to the system of trains and tracks.

Example Sentences

The safety rail was installed along the platform edge for protection .
The train moved quickly along the rusty rail beside the river .
The train stopped suddenly because there was something on the rail .

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