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noun
a railroad passenger car having a lounge or platform from which the scenery can be viewed.
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Origin of observation car
An Americanism dating back to 1870–75
Words nearby observation car
observable, observance, observant, observation, observational, observation car, observation post, observatory, observe, observer, obsess
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British Dictionary definitions for observation car
observation car
noun
a railway carriage fitted with large expanses of glass to provide a good view of the scenery
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