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The railway ran beside the town.
What does Railway mean?
A railway is the track system trains use.
Dictionary definition
A railway is a system of tracks used by trains, or the route where trains travel.
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On the map, students traced the railway that connected the two cities.
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The old railway helped farmers move goods to markets before large highways were built.
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What is a railway?
A railway is where trains travel.
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Which word is closest to railway?
Railroad and railway can both describe train tracks or train systems.
Practice 3
Choose the best word: The train followed the ___ through the valley.
A train travels on a railway.
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WordRailway.
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MeaningRailway means A railway is the track system trains use.
ExampleExample: The railway ran beside the town.
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Synonyms
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railroadRailroad is another common word for a railway, especially in North American English.
train lineA train line is a route used by trains.
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roadA road is used by cars and trucks, while a railway is used by trains.
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railway
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