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Meaning of tightlock | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A form of Janney coupler, typically used on North American mainline passenger rail cars, having mechanical features that reduce slack in normal operation and prevent telescoping in derailments, yet remain compatible with other Janney types.

attributive, often

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

tightner Tightness Tightrope tightrope artist tightrope dancer tightrope walk

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