consists
/kənˈsɪsts/
consists is the plural of consist.
consists is the third-person singular simple present indicative of consist.
Meaning of consist
Noun
consist (plural consists)
- A lineup or sequence of railroad carriages or cars, with or without a locomotive, that form a unit.
- The train's consist included a baggage car, four passenger cars, and a diner.
Phrases with consists
Questions about consists
- What is consists the plural of?
- Consists is the plural of consist.
- How do you pronounce consists?
- Consists is pronounced /kənˈsɪsts/.
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