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locomotive

The correct spelling is locomotive.

How to pronounce locomotive

/ˌləʊkəʊˈməʊtiv/
noun

IPA: /ˌləʊkəʊˈməʊtiv/

Say it like: Loc-omo-tiv-e

The correct spelling is locomotive. The power unit of a train that pulls the coaches or wagons.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The power unit of a train that pulls the coaches or wagons.
  2. 2.A traction engine
  3. 3.A cheer characterized by a slow beginning and a progressive increase in speed
  4. 4.A country which drives the world economy by having a high level of imports. (i.e. The United States).

adjective

  1. 1.Of or relating to locomotion
  2. 2.Of or relating to the power unit of a train which does not carry passengers or freight itself

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