Meaning Of The Word Fishplate

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What's The Definition Of Fishplate?

fishplate in American English
a wood or metal piece used to fasten together two timbers, railroad rails, etc. that meet end to end
noun: a metal or wooden plate or slab, bolted to each of two members that have been butted or lapped together

fishplate in British English
noun: a flat piece of metal joining one rail, stanchion, or beam to another

fishplate in Mechanical Engineering
noun: A fishplate is a flat piece of metal joining one rail or beam to another.

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