Locomotive

B2 8+

Synonyms of locomotive

Antonyms of locomotive

Collocations of locomotive

steam locomotive
Frequency: 80 %

The steam locomotive chugged along the tracks, billowing white clouds behind it.

modern locomotive
Frequency: 70 %

The modern locomotive was equipped with the latest technology for efficiency and speed.

old locomotive
Frequency: 60 %

The old locomotive had been in service for over 50 years.

diesel locomotive
Frequency: 50 %

The diesel locomotive roared to life as it prepared to haul the cargo across the country.

powerful locomotive
Frequency: 45 %

The powerful locomotive pulled the heavy freight train up the steep incline.

Idiomatic Expressions for locomotive

  • Phrase: steam locomotive
    Meaning: a type of locomotive that uses steam as its power source
    Usage: The museum has a beautifully restored steam locomotive on display.