Tram

usgb/træm/
noun

A carriage pulled by cables on rails for transportation, usually in cities.

She took the tram to go downtown.
Visual representation of "tram" - A carriage pulled by cables on rails for transportation, usually in cities.

Often appears as...

  • ride the tram
  • tram stop
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Visual representation of "tram"
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Urban Transport

A tram is often used in cities for public transportation, similar to buses or metro trains.

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Many European cities have an extensive tram network.
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Fixed Route

Trams run on set paths defined by rails, unlike buses that have more flexible routes.

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You can't hail a tram anywhere; catch it at the tram stop.
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Electricity Powered

Most modern trams are powered by electricity, often from overhead cables.

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Look above the tram, and you'll see the power lines it connects to.
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