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Rail (Noun)

A bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The train's wheels screeched as it rounded the curve, its metal body swaying slightly on the rail.
Over time, the rail became worn and uneven, causing the cars to bounce and rattle as they passed over it.
The maintenance crew spent the day replacing a section of rail that had been damaged in a derailment.
As the conductor walked along the rail, he checked for any signs of wear or malfunction.
The engineer's eyes were fixed on the rail ahead, his hands steady on the controls as he guided the train through the night.

A horizontal bar (usually of wood or metal).

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

A barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Short for railway; "he traveled by rail"; "he was concerned with rail safety".

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

The city's main transportation hub included both rail and bus terminals for convenient travel.
She preferred to travel by rail, finding it more comfortable and scenic than driving.
The country's rail network was still underdeveloped, making long trips frustratingly slow.
His father worked for the rail authority, overseeing track maintenance and upgrades.
The government announced plans to invest heavily in rail infrastructure, aiming to modernize its transportation system.