Cowcatcher

Synonyms of cowcatcher

• pilot
• pilot beam
• pilot plank

Collocations of cowcatcher

train

Frequency: 80 %

The cowcatcher on the front of the train helped clear debris from the tracks.

locomotive

Frequency: 70 %

The cowcatcher on the locomotive protected the engine from collisions with animals.

railroad

Frequency: 60 %

The cowcatcher was an essential safety feature on early railroad locomotives.

engine

Frequency: 50 %

The cowcatcher on the front of the engine prevented damage from obstacles on the tracks.

front

Frequency: 40 %

The cowcatcher was located at the front of the locomotive to clear the tracks.

Idiomatic Expressions for cowcatcher

• Phrase: be on the cowcatcher
  Meaning: to be in a position of leadership or taking charge of a situation
  Usage: She found herself on the cowcatcher of the project, making important decisions and guiding the team.