Double-tracking
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Double-tracking is a noun meaning (rail transport) The provision of double track, usually as a conversion from single track.
Meaning
(rail transport) The provision of double track, usually as a conversion from single track.
More Meanings
- present participle and gerund of double-track
Example Sentences
The 15-week closure enabled completion of double-tracking between Dyce and Inverurie and upgrades to the signalling system between Aberdeen and Huntly. Over 10 miles of new rail has been laid and 19 bridges refurbished or replaced, with double-tracking covering a 16-mile stretch in total.
Antonyms for double-tracking
Common opposites include dedoubling, single-tracking, singling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dedoubling, single-tracking, twinning, double-ending, metroisation, shunting.
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