English Word · Advanced
drawbar
a strong bar linking a locomotive to another rail vehicle
Pronunciation: /ˈdɹɔ.bɑɹ/
Meaning
An iron bar or heavy link used to connect a locomotive to its tender or a railway car.
Example
The drawbar connected the steam locomotive to its tender.
The drawbar connected the steam locomotive to its tender.
Practice tips
- Practice drawbar 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.