noun
tipple
A structure for transferring coal or other mined material from mine cars.
The tipple transfers coal from mine cars into larger railroad cars.
Etymology
The mining structure-name is connected with tipping containers to discharge their contents. A tipple transfers the material emptied from mine cars.
More examples
- Workers inspect the tipple before the first load arrives.
- The old mine has two tipples near its entrance.
- A conveyor carries ore away from the tipple.
Forms
tipple · tipples
Similar words
- car dumper
- Specifically names machinery that tips railcars to empty their contents.