shedmasterとは 意味・読み方・使い方

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shedmaster (plural shedmasters)

1. (rail transport, UK) The person in charge of an engine shed (or locomotive shed).
   • 1953 October, Cecil J. Allen, “British Locomotive Practice and Performance”, in Railway Magazine, page 686:

     It is impossible not to feel sympathy with shedmasters in the difficulty they experience in obtaining cleaners.

   • 1961 March, “Talking of trains”, in Trains Illustrated, pages 130–131:

     Much earlier than that, in the small hours, taxis had been sent out to collect key officers, shedmasters and traffic staff for an immediate start on the reorganisation.