noun

monorail

MO-nuh-rayl

Monorail (noun) means a railway system in which trains run along a single rail, usually elevated. Example: “Visitors rode the monorail between the theme park's hotels.”

noun

A railway system in which trains run along a single rail, usually elevated.

"Visitors rode the monorail between the theme park's hotels."

How to use monorail

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA train that runs on just one rail, often raised above the ground.

Common pairings

ride the monorail monorail system

Word forms

monorails plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from French monorail, combining "mono-" (single) with "rail."

Origin: French

Rhymes for monorail

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Frequently asked questions

What does “monorail” mean?

The word “monorail” means a railway system in which trains run along a single rail, usually elevated. In plain terms, a train that runs on just one rail, often raised above the ground.

How do you pronounce “monorail”?

“Monorail” is pronounced MO-nuh-rayl (/ˈmɑnəɹeɪl/ in IPA).

How do you use “monorail” in a sentence?

Here is “monorail” used in a sentence: “Visitors rode the monorail between the theme park's hotels.”

What part of speech is “monorail”?

“Monorail” is a noun.

Where does the word “monorail” come from?

The word “monorail” comes from French. Borrowed from French monorail, combining "mono-" (single) with "rail.".