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noun
The metal plate which forms the base platform of a steam locomotive and supports the boiler and the driver's cab, particularly in the United Kingdom.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: rail-transport, railways, transport
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noun
The engineer's cab in any kind of train.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
The flat portion at the base of the stapes; pedicel.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: anatomy, medicine, sciences
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noun
The part of a roller skate that attaches to the boot.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
A timber in a wood frame that distributes a concentrated load.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: business, construction, manufacturing
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noun
A platform on which the driver's foot rests but which, unlike a pedal, has no effect.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: automotive, transport, vehicles
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verb
To travel (or work) on the footplate of a locomotive.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: rail-transport, railways, transport
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noun
the platform in the cab of a locomotive on which the engineer stands to operate the controls
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: platform
History
From foot + plate.
