passing loops

A form of passing loop — On a single-track railway or tramway, an extra track provided at a certain place to allow two trains travelling in opposite directions to pass each other. It can also allow a faster train to overtake a slower one.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of passing loop
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