What is another word for freight train?
Pronunciation: [fɹˈe͡ɪt tɹˈe͡ɪn] (IPA) 
Freight train is a term that describes a train that is carrying cargo rather than passengers. There are different synonyms for freight train, each capturing a slightly different aspect of this type of train. For example, a goods train is another term commonly used for a freight train, emphasizing the fact that these trains are carrying goods or merchandise. A cargo train, on the other hand, highlights the fact that the train is moving large quantities of goods from one location to another. A shipping train also connotes the movement of goods from one location to another by rail, but is often used to describe trains that transport freight to and from ports.
