suburban rail JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/sʌˈbɜːrbən reɪl/ · sub·ur·ban·rail
noun
- A type of railway service that connects suburbs to the city center, typically with frequent stops and a high volume of passengers The suburban rail line was crowded during rush hour, with commuters traveling to and from the city.
Did you know? The first suburban rail service was introduced in London in 1838, and it revolutionized the way people lived and worked in the city, enabling them to reside in the suburbs and commute to the city center for work. Today, suburban rail services are a common feature of many cities around the world.