Fishplate meaning
A metal or wooden plate bolted to the sides of two abutting rails or beams, used especially in the laying of railroad track.
noun
A wood or metal piece used to fasten together two timbers, railroad rails, etc. that meet end to end.
noun
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Origin of fishplate
- Probably from French fiche peg (from Old French microfiche) plate
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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