trap points
trap points · trap points
A set of facing points at the end of a crossing loop or side track parallel to a…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.
Meaning
1 senses(UK)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.
Forms
plural: trap points| Singular | trap points |
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Word family
1 related wordsRelatedcatch points