drawhead

English

noun
Definitions
  • (rail transport) The flanged outer end of a drawbar.
  • (rail transport) A name applied to the drawgear.

Etymology

Compound from English draw (move by pulling) + English head (-hood, noun, hood, foremost, or leading part, topmost, suffix indicating a fan enthusiast).

Origin

English

head

Gloss

-hood, noun, hood, foremost, or leading part, topmost, suffix indicating a fan enthusiast

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