(UK, Ireland, rail, historical) The last carriage on a passenger train which was occupied by the guard, consisted of storage space for parcels, bicycles, etc, and sometimes had an emergency brake.
(UK, Ireland, rail, historical) The last carriage on a passenger train which was occupied by the guard, consisted of storage space for parcels, bicycles, etc, and sometimes had an emergency brake.
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(rail, British) An enclosed railway freight car, especially one with a sliding door.
(British, rail, dated) A railway vehicle used to brake a (goods) train, usually placed at the end of the train. These were essential before continuous train braking became universal.
(rail, UK, Australia) An enclosed railway goods wagon, typically with a sliding door.
(US, rail transport) The last car on a freight train, consisting of cooking and sleeping facilities for the crew; a guard’s van.
(UK, rail) A railroad car for passengers.