Trunkline

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006218",
  "term": "Trunkline",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A primary route or main line within a transportation network, such as a major highway, railway, or pipeline, designed to carry a high volume of traffic or material over long distances. These lines form the backbone of a system, connecting major population centers or industrial hubs. Feeder lines typically connect to trunklines to distribute or collect traffic.",
  "subject": "Transport and logistics",
  "see_also": [
    "trunk line"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Trunkline",
    "es": "carretera principal",
    "fr": "route principale"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/trunkline/"
}