multiple unit
multiple unit noun: a train consisting of one or more self-propelled cars capable of coupling with other units of the same or similar type and still being controlled from one cab.
Noun
multiple unit (plural multiple units)
- A train consisting of one or more self-propelled cars capable of coupling with other units of the same or similar type and still being controlled from one cab.
- Euston is so traditionally a part of the London scene that many will lament the passing of the old station when rebuilding is complete in readiness for the new electric service, which will probably be by multiple-units between Euston and Wolverhampton.1960 February, R. C. Riley, “The London-Birmingham services - Past, Present and Future”, in Trains Illustrated, page 99
multiple unit meaning in Indonesian
multiple unit in Indonesian
- train of self-propelled cars
- kereta rel
Forms of multiple unit
| plural | multiple units |
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Words formed from multiple unit
- battery electric multiple unit
- diesel multiple unit
- diesel electric multiple unit
- electric multiple unit
Questions about multiple unit
- What does multiple unit mean?
- Multiple unit means a train consisting of one or more self-propelled cars capable of coupling with other units of the same or similar type and still being controlled from one cab.
- What is multiple unit in Indonesian?
- Multiple unit in Indonesian is kereta rel. See Multiple unit meaning in Indonesian.
- What part of speech is multiple unit?
- Multiple unit is a noun.
- What is the plural of multiple unit?
- The plural of multiple unit is multiple units.
Words near multiple unit in the dictionary
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