locospotter en · NOUN
Etymology
From loco (“locomotive”) + spotter.
Meanings
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A railfan who is interested in locomotives, and notes down those that have been seen (spotted).
GRAND EASTER HOLIDAY LOCOSPOTTERS' EXCURSIONS from LONDON on Wednesday April 5th 1961 to ASHFORD and EASTLEIGH WORKS Fare: 18/- Under 16; 34/- Adult
1961, March, Trains Illustrated, Ian Allan Ltd., advertisement
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| locospotters | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| loco spotter | alternative | lexicographic |