train crash
Locomotive collision catastrophe
A train crash is a railway accident involving collision or derailment.
Trains may crash into other trains, vehicles at crossings, or obstacles on the track.
Figuratively, a train crash describes any spectacular disaster or failure: The press conference was a complete train crash.
Also *train wreck*.
- trainwreckChaotic, unfolding catastrophe
- crack-upCollapse or laughing fit
- pileupSequential vehicular collision
- derailForce off course
- twisted metalDeformed metallic debris
signal failure · head-on collision · human error · wipe-out · psychological trauma · communication breakdown · fatalities · rear-end collision · brake failure · fatigue · emergency response · first responders · injuries · rail operations · property damage · public outrage · rolling stock · weather conditions
- disastersdisaster, earthquake, earthquakes, catastrophe, floods
- crashesaccident, collision, head-on collision, pileup, side collision
- death causescause of death, natural causes, manner of death, accidental death, natural death
- fatal causeshomicide, suicide, drowning, electrocution, suffocation
train crashtriumph
Resounding, celebrated victory
smooth sailing · well-oiled machine · masterpiece · flawless execution · runaway success
train, crash, trains, trained, training, trainer, trainee, trainable, retraining