ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Mis-shunt

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Mis-shunt is a noun meaning (rail transport, British) An incorrectly made shunting operation, possibly causing a mishap.

Meaning

(rail transport, British) An incorrectly made shunting operation, possibly causing a mishap.

Example Sentences

Consequently, the coupler must be designed so that no undue damage is caused should a mis-shunt take place.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include mishandling, mish, misshelving, misrouting, mishap, mishire.

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