Train

Definition

Train refers to a series of connected vehicles running on a track, used for transporting goods or passengers. As a verb, it means to teach, develop, or prepare skills or abilities through practice or instruction.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /treɪn/
• Respelling: TRAYN

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /treɪn/
• Respelling: TRAYN

Etymology

The word "train" originates from Old French "trahiner," meaning "to pull or draw," derived from Latin "trahere," meaning "to draw or drag." The noun form developed later to refer to a series of connected items or vehicles.

Derivatives

• Trainer (noun)
• Training (noun)
• Retrain (verb)
• Trainable (adjective)
• Untrained (adjective)

Synonyms

• Locomotive
• Coach
• Teach (verb)

Antonyms

• Disorganize (verb)
• Neglect (verb)
• None (noun)

Usage

The word "train" is versatile in usage. As a noun, it refers to the vehicle system, e.g., "The train arrived at the station on time." As a verb, it involves preparation, e.g., "He trained his dog to follow commands." It is also used metaphorically, e.g., "She trained her focus on the task at hand."

Related Terms

• Locomotive: A powered rail vehicle pulling trains.
• Carriage: A passenger vehicle in a train.
• Practice: Repeated exercise for skill development.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A connected series of vehicles running on a track: Refers to a railway transport system.
  • Example: "The cargo train carried goods across the country."
• A sequence or line of connected people or items: Used metaphorically or literally.
  • Example: "The wedding dress had a long train trailing behind."

Verb

• To teach or develop skills through practice or instruction: Refers to preparing someone for a specific task or role.
  • Example: "She trained her team for the upcoming tournament."
• To condition or discipline oneself or others: Refers to preparation for physical or mental tasks.
  • Example: "He trained for the marathon every morning."