Definition of “Railroad”

Railroad (noun, verb):

1. As a noun:
   • A track or set of tracks made of steel rails along which passenger and freight trains run:
     • Example: “The railroad stretches across the country.”
   • A system of tracks along with the trains, organization, and personnel required for its operation:
     • Example: “He works for the Union Pacific Railroad.”
   • A network or route formed by a railroad track:
     • Example: “They planned a new railroad through the mountains.”
2. As a verb:
   • To force something through quickly by bypassing usual procedures or oppositions:
     • Example: “The committee railroaded the bill through without proper debate.”
   • To convict someone quickly and unfairly:
     • Example: “He was railroaded into a conviction with insufficient evidence.”

Prepositions Used with “Railroad”

• On the railroad: Used to describe something happening on or involving the railroad.
  • Example: “He works on the railroad.”
• By railroad: Used to describe travel or transport via railroad.
  • Example: “They shipped the goods by railroad.”
• Through the railroad: Used to describe something passing through or along the railroad.
  • Example: “The train travels through the railroad.”

Collocations with “Railroad”

• Railroad tracks
• Railroad company
• Railroad worker
• Railroad system
• Railroad network
• Railroad crossing
• Railroad station
• Railroad yard
• Railroad bridge
• Railroad line
• Railroad industry
• Railroad car
• Railroad bill
• Build a railroad
• Operate a railroad
• Railroad route
• Railroad accident
• Abandoned railroad
• Historic railroad
• Railroad tunnel

Example Sentences

1. The railroad stretches across the entire continent.
2. They are building a new railroad to connect the cities.
3. He works as an engineer for a major railroad company.
4. The railroad tracks were damaged in the storm.
5. We took a scenic journey along the historic railroad.
6. The goods were transported by railroad.
7. They planned to build a railroad through the mountains.
8. She lives near the railroad crossing.
9. The railroad industry is crucial for freight transport.
10. The railroad station was bustling with activity.
11. The old railroad yard has been turned into a park.
12. They used to live in an abandoned railroad house.
13. The train derailed due to a problem with the railroad tracks.
14. The railroad bridge is a marvel of engineering.
15. The workers maintained the railroad cars meticulously.
16. They railroaded the legislation through without sufficient debate.
17. He felt railroaded into signing the contract.
18. The railroad tunnel runs under the city.
19. The railroad accident caused major delays.
20. The committee tried to railroad the proposal without discussion.
21. They operate the largest railroad network in the country.
22. The railroad line has been in operation for over a century.
23. The railroad company invested in new technology.
24. The scenic railroad offers beautiful views of the countryside.
25. The railroad crossing needs better safety measures.
26. They preserved the historic railroad for future generations.
27. The railroad worker’s strike affected the whole city.
28. The railroad bill was passed in a hurry.
29. The railroad system is highly efficient.
30. The new railroad route will reduce travel time significantly.
31. They found an old railroad map in the attic.
32. The town grew rapidly after the railroad was built.
33. The railroad ties need to be replaced.
34. The railroad crossing lights were flashing.
35. They took a trip on the famous transcontinental railroad.
36. The railroad station is a historic landmark.
37. The goods arrived by railroad in excellent condition.
38. They were railroaded out of town by the angry mob.
39. The train sped along the railroad tracks.
40. The railroad company announced new job openings.
41. They renovated the old railroad depot.
42. The railroad journey took them through breathtaking landscapes.
43. The railroad bridge spans a wide river.
44. They were caught in a traffic jam at the railroad crossing.
45. The railroad network connects all major cities.
46. He worked as a conductor on the railroad.
47. They plan to expand the railroad system next year.
48. The railroad tracks were inspected regularly.
49. The railroad industry has a rich history.
50. They followed the abandoned railroad trail through the forest.