Definition of trainspotter

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Trainspotter

/ˈtreɪnspɒtə(r)//ˈtreɪnspɑːtər/

The term "trainspotter" originated in the mid-20th century, specifically in the UK. It describes people who observe and record details about trains, such as their numbers, types, and routes. The term likely arose from the practice of "spotting" trains, which involved noting the numbers and types of trains passing by, a hobby popular among railway enthusiasts. The term initially carried a slightly negative connotation, suggesting a geeky or obsessive interest, but it has since become a more neutral and even affectionate term for railway enthusiasts.

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a person who collects the numbers of railway engines as a hobby

một người sưu tập số lượng động cơ đường sắt như một sở thích

a person who is interested in the details of a subject that other people think are boring

một người quan tâm đến các chi tiết của một chủ đề mà người khác nghĩ là nhàm chán