English Expression · Intermediate
collector shoe
A current collector on an electric train or locomotive which is in contact with the live rail
Pronunciation: say collector shoe
Meaning
A current collector on an electric train or locomotive which is in contact with the live rail.
Example
The collector shoes are automatically retracted when the electric handle is moved from "service off" to "lock off".
The collector shoes are automatically retracted when the electric handle is moved from "service off" to "lock off".
Practice tips
- Practice collector shoe 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 expression is for intermediate-level learners.