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locomotive

noun

/ˌloʊ.kəˈmoʊ.tɪv/

Meaning

A powered rail vehicle used for pulling trains.

The old steam locomotive was restored for the museum.

work like a locomotive

engine, train engine, railcar, power unit

carriage, wagon

steam locomotive, electric locomotive, diesel locomotive, powerful locomotive

a gradual increase in loudness or intensity, especially in music

The action of leading a group of people or an organization.

A situation in which a place is too blocked or crowded, causing difficulties.

a strong beam of light directed onto a particular area; figuratively, public attention

a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon

a small circular band, typically worn on the finger as jewelry or a symbol