slip-rail

[ slip-reyl ]

noun

, Australian.

1. one of a horizontal set of fence rails that can be removed easily to leave a gateway.

slip rail

noun

1. a rail in a fence that can be slipped out of place to make an opening

Word History and Origins

Origin of slip-rail¹

First recorded in 1715–25

Example Sentences

Not very far off there was a lean horse standing, but he didn't seem to like to come through the slip-rail o' the paddock fence.

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