chair car
(US, Canada, rail transport, dated) A railway car equipped with reclining armchairs, for passengers travelling at night who do not wish to ride in a sleeping car.
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(US, Canada, rail transport, dated) A railway car equipped with reclining armchairs, for passengers travelling at night who do not wish to ride in a sleeping car.
The Providence Railroad, by which passengers from the boat continue to Boston, is one of the best appointed in the country. Its Chair Cars are a great luxury, and add much to the comfort of tourists.
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