Deltic
nounEtymology Named for the deltic (“Δ-shaped”) arrangement of cylinders in its engines.
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Rail transport, Railways, Transport UK A British Rail Class 55 locomotive.
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adj, noun — 2 senses
Etymology From delta + -ic.
Synonym of deltaic.
Etymology Named for the deltic (“Δ-shaped”) arrangement of cylinders in its engines.
Rail transport, Railways, Transport UK A British Rail Class 55 locomotive.
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