noun
- wooden or concrete beams placed perpendicular to railroad rails to support and maintain proper spacing between the rails
Usage: railroad terminology; plural form of crosstie
Examples
- The workers replaced several damaged crossties along the railway line.
- Crossties are typically made of treated wood or concrete for durability.
- The train derailed when several crossties shifted during the heavy rain.
- Railroad maintenance crews inspect crossties regularly for signs of wear.
- New concrete crossties last longer than traditional wooden ones.
- The spacing between crossties must be precise to ensure train safety.