runby

runby
\\ ̷ ̷ˌˈrənˌbī\ noun (plural runbys \\-īz\)
Etymology: from run by, v.
1. : the clearance space between the top of the car frame and the lowest portion of the overhead work in a hoistway or elevator shaft
2. : an extra piece of track to permit a train to back past a crossover without using it

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