English Expression · Intermediate
running shed
A building used for the maintenance and preparation for service of locomotives
Pronunciation: say running shed
Meaning
A building used for the maintenance and preparation for service of locomotives.
Example
The running sheds consist of four round-houses, and still bear traces of the notorious "Baedeker" raid on the City of York itself.
The running sheds consist of four round-houses, and still bear traces of the notorious "Baedeker" raid on the City of York itself.
Practice tips
- Practice running shed 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.