English Word · Intermediate
fishplate
A metal bar that is bolted to the ends of two rails to join them together in a track
Pronunciation: say fishplate
Meaning
A metal bar that is bolted to the ends of two rails to join them together in a track.
Example
The track crew installed a new fishplate to secure the rail joint.
The track crew installed a new fishplate to secure the rail joint.
Practice tips
- Practice fishplate 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 intermediate-level learners.