cattleguard

English

noun
Definitions
  • A trench under a railroad track and alongside a crossing (as of a public highway), intended to prevent cattle from getting upon the track.

Etymology

Compound from English cattle + English guard (machine, etc, protective part of a sword).

Origin

English

guard

Gloss

machine, etc, protective part of a sword

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Person/Thing

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