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reversing loop
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English
Noun
reversing loop (plural reversing loops)
- (rail transport) A loop provided for the purpose of turning a train or tram round to face in the opposite direction. The vehicles themselves do not have to reverse.
- 1961 December, “The Channel Tunnel—a realistic proposal”, in Trains Illustrated, page 724:
- Reversing loops at each terminal would obviate turning the car-carrying trains.
Synonyms
- balloon loop, turning loop
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