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  Hovertrain

  noun

  an experimental high-speed British train that rides on a cushion of air and is propelled by a linear motor.
• hovertrain
  hovertrain

  noun

  a train that moves over a concrete track and is supported while in motion by a cushion of air supplied by powerful fans

Hovertrain

American  

[huhv-er-treyn, hov-] / ˈhʌv ərˌtreɪn, ˈhɒv- /

noun

1. an experimental high-speed British train that rides on a cushion of air and is propelled by a linear motor.

2. (lowercase) aerotrain.

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hovertrain British  

/ ˈhɒvəˌtreɪn /

noun

1. a train that moves over a concrete track and is supported while in motion by a cushion of air supplied by powerful fans

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Etymology

Origin of Hovertrain

First recorded in 1960–65; hover + train

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Hovertrain

Or you can take the Hovertrain which passes through Terminal A. But not today.

From New York Times ● Jul. 27, 2022