Train — synonyms, definition

1. train (Noun)

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train (Noun) — Public transport provided by a line of railway cars coupled together and drawn by a locomotive. ex. "express trains don't stop at Princeton Junction"

train (Noun) — A sequentially ordered set of things, events or ideas in which each successive member is related to the preceding. ex. "train of mourners" ex. "a train of thought"

train (Noun) — A procession (of wagons, mules or camels) travelling together in single file. ex. "they joined the wagon train for safety"

train (Noun) — A series of consequences wrought by an event. ex. "it led to a train of disasters"

train (Noun) — Piece of cloth forming the long back section of a gown that is drawn along the floor. ex. "the bride's train was carried by her two young nephews"

train (Noun) — Wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted, motion or torque is changed. ex. "the fool got his tie caught in the power train"

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2. train (Verb)

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train (Verb) — Create by training and teaching. ex. "The old master is training world-class violinists"

train (Verb) — Undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession. ex. "She is training to be a teacher" ex. "He trained as a legal aid"

train (Verb) — Develop (children's) behaviour by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control. ex. "Is this dog trained?"

train (Verb) — Educate for a future role or function. ex. "They trained him to be a warrior"

train (Verb) — Teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment. ex. "Train your tastebuds"

train (Verb) — Point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards. ex. "He trained his gun on the burglar" ex. "Don't train your camera on the women"

train (Verb) — Teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports. ex. "He is training our Olympic team"

train (Verb) — Exercise in order to prepare for an event or competition. ex. "She is training for the Olympics"

train (Verb) — Cause to grow in a certain way by tying and pruning it. ex. "train the vine"

train (Verb) — Travel by rail or train. ex. "She trained to Hamburg"

train (Verb) — Drag loosely along a surface; allow to sweep the ground. ex. "She trained her long scarf behind her"

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