Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
derailment
noun
/dɪˈreɪlmənt/
Definition
The act of causing a train or other rail vehicle to leave its tracks.
Examples
- The derailment of the freight train caused significant disruption to travel in the area.
- Following the derailment, crews worked around the clock to clear the tracks.
- Safety measures were implemented to prevent future derailments.
Meaning
Derailment refers to an event, failure, or accident where a train veers off its designated track, often resulting in damage and potential injury.
Synonyms
- off-track incident
- wreck
- accident
