locospotter

English

Etymology

From loco (“locomotive”) +‎ spotter.

Noun

locospotter (plural locospotters)

  1. (rail transport) a railfan who is interested in locomotives, and notes down those that have been seen (spotted).
    • 1961, March, Trains Illustrated, Ian Allan Ltd., advertisement:
      GRAND EASTER HOLIDAY
      LOCOSPOTTERS' EXCURSIONS
      from LONDON
      on Wednesday April 5th 1961 to
      ASHFORD and EASTLEIGH WORKS
      Fare: 18/- Under 16; 34/- Adult

Alternative forms
  • loco spotter
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