ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Trainiac

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈtɹeɪniˌæk/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Trainiac is a noun meaning (informal) A railway enthusiast.

Meaning

(informal) A railway enthusiast.

Example Sentences

Sheldon Cooper: It's official. I'm an HO trainiac.
The Lomita Railroad Museum was once a regular stop on our shopping trips, a little reward for my trainiac.
There are still trainiacs, for sure — approximately 300,000 hardcore train hobbyists in the United States, who spend about $500 million on their passion.

Word Forms

Synonyms for trainiac

Depending on context, synonyms include gunzel, railbuff, railfan, foamer.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include railfan, trainman, railwayman, trainspotter, gearhead, tractorist.

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