multibreak

/ˌmʌltiˈbreɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A term used in railroading to describe a section of track that has been damaged by repeated trains stopping and starting at the same point.

“The train engineer reported a multibreak in the tracks near the station, requiring emergency repairs.”

Synonyms

  • repeated braking damage
  • track damage

Antonyms

  • perfect track condition
  • uninterrupted rail travel