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locomotive

/ˌləʊkəʊˈməʊtiv/

noun

Meaning

  • The power unit of a train that pulls the coaches or wagons.

  • A traction engine

  • A cheer characterized by a slow beginning and a progressive increase in speed

  • A country which drives the world economy by having a high level of imports. (i.e. The United States).

Synonyms

loco

adjective

Meaning

  • Of or relating to locomotion

  • Of or relating to the power unit of a train which does not carry passengers or freight itself