Waybeam
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Waybeam is a noun meaning (rail transport) A longitudinal timber supporting railway track, especially on a bridge.
Meaning
(rail transport) A longitudinal timber supporting railway track, especially on a bridge.
Example Sentences
Oak waybeams, 28 ft. long × 14 in. wide × 9½ in. deep, resting in the troughs, support the track, which is laid with flat-bottom bridge rails, 56 ft. long, and weighing 126 lb. per yd.
Word Forms
- waybeams
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