Handcars

/ˈhændkɑɹz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of handcar; multiple small railroad cars powered by manual hand-pumping.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'handcar' formed by adding the standard English plural suffix '-s'.

Kelly Says

Railroad companies often maintained fleets of handcars stationed at different points along the line, allowing track workers to quickly inspect and repair sections without waiting for a full train.

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