ALL meanings of cowcatcher
cow·catch·er
C c - noun cowcatcher a metal frame on the front of a locomotive to clear the track of animals or other obstructions 3
- noun cowcatcher pilot (sense 5) 3
- noun cowcatcher A metal frame at the front of a locomotive for pushing aside cattle or other obstacles on the line. 1
- noun cowcatcher a triangular frame at the front of a locomotive, especially a steam locomotive, designed for clearing the track of obstructions. 1
- noun cowcatcher (archaic, rail transport, principally US) The V-shaped device on the front of a locomotive (or other large vehicle) shaped so as to push objects on the tracks out of the way, to prevent major damage to the train. 0