switchman in a sentence
n.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
A switchman is a railroad worker responsible for directing trains and managing track switches in a yard or along a route.
Sample Sentences
- The switchman expertly directed the trains through the bustling yard.
- As the storm approached, the switchman worked quickly to reroute the oncoming freight.
- After years of dedicated service, the switchman was recognized for his commitment to safety.
- The switchman's whistle signaled the departure of the last train of the night.
- In the early morning fog, the silhouette of the switchman was a familiar sight at the station.