Mis-shunt

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An incorrectly made shunting operation, possibly causing a mishap. British

    "Consequently, the coupler must be designed so that no undue damage is caused should a mis-shunt take place."

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"Consequently, the coupler must be designed so that no undue damage is caused should a mis-shunt take place."

Etymology

From mis- + shunt.

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