Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
railroading
verb, noun
/ˈreɪlˌrɔrdɪŋ/
Definition
The act of using a railroad for transportation, or a method of forcing someone to make a decision or act in a particular way.
Examples
- The railroading of goods across the state was efficient due to the advanced logistics.
- The committee was accused of railroading the new policy without sufficient discussion.
Meaning
Railroading can refer to the physical act of transporting goods or passengers on trains, but it can also describe coercive tactics used to pressure someone into an action or decision without allowing for much consideration.
Synonyms
- Transporting
- Coercing
- Forcing
