freight train

noun

1. a train of freight cars.

Word History and Origins

Origin of freight train¹

First recorded in 1835–45

Example Sentences

He adds that the service is generating enough passenger income to offset operation costs, and that from January the company plans to introduce freight trains.

From BBC

Thousands of migrants travel through Mexico each year in buses, overcrowded lorries and on freight trains as they try to get to the US-Mexican border.

From BBC

Because this is a freight train moving fast.

From Los Angeles Times

Southern California air regulators have adopted a first-of-its-kind rule to curb smog-forming pollution from freight trains and cargo trucks that serve the region’s rail yards.

From Los Angeles Times

Police said they were investigating to determine the cause of the crash, which vaulted the test car fully on top of the freight train, which was also carrying passengers.

From Seattle Times