Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

trap points

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.28 in modern English

Syllables: trap -points
IPA

14

Scrabble Score

10

Letters

2

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A set of facing points at the end of a crossing loop or side track parallel to a mainline which will direct a train into a sand drag if the signal on that line is passed at danger, thus preventing the train running onto the main line.

British usage

Example Sentences

"The single-tank wagon ran away from a siding at Hanson's cement works, heading downhill towards Horrocksford Junction [...]. At Horrocksford Junction the wagon was derailed by a set of trap points, stopping clear of the main line."

Usage

British usage

Phrases

catch points

Frequently Paired Words

catch points

Questions

What does trap points mean?: A set of facing points at the end of a crossing loop or side track parallel to a mainline which will direct a train into a sand drag if the signal on that line is passed at danger, thus preventing the train running onto the main line.

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