Tram
(noun)
A vehicle that runs on tracks and is powered by overhead electric lines, typically used for public transportation in urban areas.
Origin:
The word tram comes from the middle english word "tramme", meaning a bar or beam. it is used to describe a vehicle that runs on tracks and is powered by overhead electric lines, typically used for public transportation in urban areas.
Examples:
- The tram is a convenient and affordable way to get around the city.
- The tram ride was smooth and comfortable, providing a great view of the city.
- Trams were widely used in the 19th and early 20th century, but their popularity declined with the emergence of buses and cars.
- Trams are a popular mode of public transportation in European cities.
- The new tram line is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion in the city center.