English Expression · Intermediate
maiden run
Its first trip in service, in some cases after a rebuild
Pronunciation: say maiden run
Meaning
Its first trip in service, in some cases after a rebuild.
Example
On February 17, 1956, the first one, No. 35018, left Eastleigh on its maiden run with a Bournemouth stopping train.
On February 17, 1956, the first one, No. 35018, left Eastleigh on its maiden run with a Bournemouth stopping train.
Practice tips
- Practice maiden run 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.