light-rail

American  

[lahyt-reyl] / ˈlaɪtˌreɪl /

adjective

1. of or relating to a local rail rapid-transit system using large, single passenger cars, railroad-type signals, and, usually, private rights-of-way.

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light rail British  

noun

1. a transport system using small trains or trams, often serving parts of a large metropolitan area

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Etymology

Origin of light-rail

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

Claude became an unofficial mascot for the City by the Bay, where he appeared on billboards and advertisements at bus and light-rail stations.

From Los Angeles Times

But when I used to live in Jersey City, N.J. in a high-rise apartment along the light-rail station, I would hear the rail sounds all the time and all the way on the 31st floor which was a little annoying!

From MarketWatch

Metro is testing millimeter wave technology at several light-rail stations.

From Los Angeles Times

The relentless flow of vehicles and Metro light-rail trains drowned out Blanca Lucio’s voice as she gave a tour of South-Central L.A., walking past auto-body shops and restaurants at the intersection of San Pedro Street and Washington Boulevard.

From Los Angeles Times

More entrances to the complex were created, including an underground portal to the 7th Street/Metro Center light-rail station.

From Los Angeles Times