Definition of "railhead" in English

noun

1. (rail transport) A point on a railway system where goods (or passengers) are loaded, unloaded or transferred to other transport.

2. The furthest point on a railroad/railway under construction to which rails have been laid.

3. (rail transport) The top surface (head) of a rail.

   • Alternative form: rail head

4. (military) An area of hostile territory at the end of a rail line that, when captured, serves for the continuous movement into position of further troops and materiel.