Railway (noun)

1. A permanent road consisting of parallel rails for the movement of trains.
2. A system of railways, including the track, rolling stock, and associated structures, that allows the operation of trains.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from rail (from the obsolete verb rail 'to provide with rails') + way.

Examples:

1. The railway system in this country is extensive and efficient.
2. Many old railway stations have been converted into shopping centers.
3. The railway company introduced a new high-speed train service.
4. The railway track ran through the countryside and over bridges and through tunnels.
5. The railway workers went on strike to protest against the proposed job cuts.