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A strong inclined frame, usually of wrought-iron bars, in frontof a locomotive engine, for catching or throwing off obstructions ona railway, as cattle; the pilot. [U.S.]
A metal frame at the front of a locomotive for pushing aside cattle or other obstacles on the line.
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