railcar

noun

rail·​car ˈrāl-ˌkär 

1

: a railroad car

2

: a self-propelled railroad car

Examples of railcar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The gas is then compressed and liquefied ready for transport in special railcars to Wyoming. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 2 Aug. 2026

In the aftermath, Ortiz Rubio reinforced the railcar with steel armor plating and bullet-resistant windows—precautions that now served its unexpected passenger. — Literary Hub, 28 July 2026

The luxurious NostalChic Class pairs panoramic alpine scenery with a gourmet lunch, historic railcar, and exclusive stops high in the Swiss Alps. — Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026

An exhibit celebrating the Metro’s rail system turns back time with its vintage 1970s railcar. — Liam Scott, Washington Post, 1 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for railcar

• adar
• afar
• ajar
• alar
• alvar
• bazaar
• bizarre
• boxcar
• boyar
• bulbar
• cachar
• cigar

Kids Definition

railcar

noun

rail·​car -ˌkär 

: a railroad car