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cowcatcher
noun cow·catch·er \ˈkau̇-ˌka-chər, -ˌke-\
Definition of COWCATCHER
: an inclined frame on the front of a railroad locomotive for throwing obstacles off the track
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First Known Use of COWCATCHER
1838
Rhymes with COWCATCHER
COWCATCHER Defined for Kids
cowcatcher
noun cow·catch·er \ˈkau̇-ˌka-chər\
Definition of COWCATCHER for Kids
: a strong frame on the front of a railroad engine for moving things blocking the track
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