Definition

Noun: 1. The quantity or number of people or amount of goods that can be carried by a single train: This refers to the full capacity or a large quantity transported by a train.

Usage

The word "trainload" is used to quantify the contents or passengers of a train, often emphasizing a large amount or full capacity. It functions as a countable noun.

Examples

• The factory shipped a trainload of automobiles to the port.
• A trainload of commuters arrives at the station every morning.
• The relief supplies filled an entire trainload.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used figuratively to describe a very large quantity of something, even if not literally transported by train.
  • The publisher received a trainload of manuscripts after the contest was announced.

Variants and Related Words

• Trainloads (plural noun): Multiple such quantities.
  • Several trainloads of coal were delivered to the power plant.
• Carload (noun): The quantity that can be carried by a single railroad car or truck.
• Shipload (noun): The quantity that can be carried by a ship.

Synonyms

• Shipload
• Boatload
• Carload
• A great quantity
• A huge amount

Noun

1. quantity that can be carried by a train