Meaning of train ferry | Babel Free

Definitions

A ferry used to transport rail vehicles from one railway line to another across a stretch of water.

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Examples

“Pack ice, at times mounting to a height of 35 ft., snow, fog, and floating mines all played their part in the disorganisation of railway services, and most of the train ferry services were completely suspended for a month or more; [...].”

“Even without the Channel tunnel, British Railways carry on a substantial exchange of traffic with the Continent by the various train ferries, which handle some 500,000 tons of cargo annually.”

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