Shunt

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005247",
  "term": "Shunt",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "To move railway vehicles, such as wagons or carriages, from one track to another within a yard or siding, typically for the purpose of forming or breaking up trains, or positioning them for loading or unloading. This operation is performed at low speeds and requires precise control. Shunting is a fundamental activity in railway yards.",
  "subject": "Rail equipment",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Weiche",
    "es": "desvío",
    "fr": "aiguillage"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/shunt/"
}