locospotter

English

Etymology

From loco (“locomotive”) +‎ spotter.

Noun

locospotter (plural locospotters)

1. (rail transport) a railfan who is interested in locomotives, and notes down those that have been seen (spotted).
   • 1961, March, Trains Illustrated, Ian Allan Ltd., advertisement:

     GRAND EASTER HOLIDAY
     LOCOSPOTTERS' EXCURSIONS
     from LONDON
     on Wednesday April 5th 1961 to
     ASHFORD and EASTLEIGH WORKS
     Fare: 18/- Under 16; 34/- Adult

Alternative forms

• loco spotter

Related terms

• train spotter