noun Uncommon

lowry

LO-ree

Lowry (noun) means an open-topped railway boxcar (a variant spelling of "lorry"). Example: “Coal was loaded into the lowry at the pit head.”

noun

An open-topped railway boxcar (a variant spelling of "lorry").

"Coal was loaded into the lowry at the pit head."

How to use lowry

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn old term for an open railway wagon, closely tied to the word "lorry."

Word forms

lowries plural

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Etymology

Related to "lorry," the British word for a truck.

Rhymes for lowry

dowry

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lowry” mean?

The word “lowry” means an open-topped railway boxcar (a variant spelling of "lorry"). In plain terms, an old term for an open railway wagon, closely tied to the word "lorry.".

How do you pronounce “lowry”?

“Lowry” is pronounced LO-ree (/ˈlɑɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “lowry” in a sentence?

Here is “lowry” used in a sentence: “Coal was loaded into the lowry at the pit head.”

What part of speech is “lowry”?

“Lowry” is a noun.

Is “lowry” a common word?

“Lowry” is an uncommon word in modern English.