Signalpost
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 Alternative form of signal post. alt-of, alternative
"In recent issues two replies have been given to correspondents concerning the function of the diamond-shaped enamelled white plates fixed to signalposts, which are to indicate to enginemen that the section of line is track-circuited, so that action under Rule 55 of the Rule Book is unnecessary."
Example
More examples"In recent issues two replies have been given to correspondents concerning the function of the diamond-shaped enamelled white plates fixed to signalposts, which are to indicate to enginemen that the section of line is track-circuited, so that action under Rule 55 of the Rule Book is unnecessary."
Etymology
From signal + post.
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