English Word · Advanced
banker
Locomotive that helps push a train uphill
Pronunciation: /ˈbæŋkə/
Meaning
An extra locomotive attached to the back of a train to help push it uphill.
Example
A banker helped the freight train climb the steep hill.
A banker helped the freight train climb the steep hill.
Practice tips
- Practice banker out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.