Headcode

Noun

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.NounA code used to distinguish classes of train for the benefit of signalmen, formerly by using white oil lamps (or white discs) placed on brackets on the front of the locomotive. The various lamp positions defined the class of train.

Synonyms

head house headbox hall headload head shunt headpeace headstock handkerchief code single-heading heads hmcs hanky code

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