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rails

The word “rails” has 1 syllable: rails.

It's pronounced as /reɪlz/.

What is synonym and antonym for rails?

In the thesaurus, “rails” has 21 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for rails along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for rails

Meanings of rails

  • noun
    1. A horizontal bar extending between supports and used for support or as a barrier; a railing.
    2. The metal bar that makes the track for a railroad.
    3. A railroad; a railway, as a means of transportation.
    4. A horizontal piece of wood that serves to separate sections of a door or window.
    5. One of the lengthwise edges of a surfboard.
    6. A vertical section on one side of a web page.
    7. A large line (portion or serving of a powdery illegal drug).
    8. Any of several birds in the family Rallidae.
    9. An item of clothing; a cloak or other garment; a dress.
    10. Specifically, a woman's headscarf or neckerchief.
  • verb
    1. To travel by railway.
    2. To enclose with rails or a railing.
    3. To range in a line.
    4. To criticize severely.
    5. To complain violently (against, about).
    6. (of a liquid) To gush, flow.

Example Sentences

  • The train clattered along the rails, carrying passengers to their destinations.
  • The cowboy leaned against the rails of the fence, watching the sunset over the prairie.
  • Engineers inspected the rails for any signs of wear or damage before allowing the train to pass.
  • Hikers followed the rails of the old abandoned railway, now converted into a scenic trail.
  • The roller coaster rattled along the twisting rails, eliciting screams of excitement from its riders.

On this page you'll find 21 synonyms or another words to rails, such as: barrier, course, fence, fulminates, highway, lane, line.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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