Maglev

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈmæɡ.lÉ›v/

Origin

Shortened from magnetic levitation.

Full definition of maglev

Adjective

1. (rail transport) Describing a train, system, etc, that operates by magnetic levitation.
• 2013-06-01, Ideas coming down the track, A “moving platform” scheme...is more technologically ambitious than maglev trains even though it relies on conventional rails. Local trains would use side-by-side rails to roll alongside intercity trains and allow passengers to switch trains by stepping through docking bays. This set-up solves several problems …. Stopping high-speed trains wastes energy and time, so why not simply slow them down enough for a moving platform to pull alongside?

Noun

1. (rail transport) A train propelled by magnetic levitation.