English Explanatory Dictionary

tightlock

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. 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.

Word forms

tightlock tightlocks

Etymology

From tight + lock.

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