English Explanatory Dictionary

footplate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The metal plate which forms the base platform of a steam locomotive and supports the boiler and the driver's cab, particularly in the United Kingdom.
  2. The engineer's cab in any kind of train.
  3. The flat portion at the base of the stapes; pedicel.
  4. The part of a roller skate that attaches to the boot.
  5. A timber in a wood frame that distributes a concentrated load.
  6. A platform on which the driver's foot rests but which, unlike a pedal, has no effect.
verb
  1. To travel (or work) on the footplate of a locomotive.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

footplate footplates footplating footplated

Etymology

From foot + plate.

Derived words

footplateman footplate man
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