pedrail

noun

ped·​rail

ˈped+ˌ-

1

: a tractor wheel with circular feet fastened about its periphery so that they come successively in contact with the road

2

: a vehicle (as a traction engine) having pedrails

Word History

Etymology

ped- entry 1 + rail

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