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tram

1 of 2noun
/træm/
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1

a vehicle that is powered by electricity and moves on rails in a street, used for transporting passengers

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  • The tram glided smoothly along its tracks, taking commuters through the heart of the city.
  • Tourists loved riding the historic tram, which offered a scenic tour of the downtown area.
  • The city's new tram system reduced traffic congestion by providing a reliable alternative to cars and buses.
  • He caught the tram every morning to get to his office, enjoying the quick and quiet ride.
  • The tram stopped at each designated station, allowing passengers to board and alight efficiently.
2

a small, four-wheeled wagon running on rails, used in mines to carry ore or materials

  • The miners loaded the tram with coal.
  • Each tram was pushed by hand through the narrow tunnel.
  • The old mine still had rusted trams on the tracks.
  • He inspected the tram before the next load.
  • They filled the tram with rocks and sent it to the surface.
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3

a cable-suspended transport system that carries passengers or goods in cars supported by towers

  • The mountain tram carried tourists to the summit.
  • We rode the tram across the valley for a scenic view.
  • The aerial tram connects the two sides of the river.
  • The ski resort's tram can hold over fifty passengers.
  • The tram offered a breathtaking ride above the forest.