trainspotter

Definition

A person whose hobby is train spotting.

Etymology

From train + spotter.

Example Sentences

• "`So are you like one of those anorak wearing trainspotter types?'"
• "Above all, I remember the noise and smell of the steam locomotives, and it was those journeys that turned me into a trainspotter, which meant that soon a pencil, notebook and the Ian Allan locospotter's guide became essential items for the trip."
• "“Unless you want to end up in the depot!” Then he looks at me more closely, suspecting a trainspotter in his midst. “Maybe, you do want to end up in the depot.”"

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