遮断機
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Meanings
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crossing gate; barrier
A mechanical barrier that blocks passage, typically at railway crossings, toll booths, or parking lot entrances/exits.
The railway crossing gate is down, so let's wait until the train passes.
I had trouble because the parking lot barrier wouldn't open.
Usage patterns
- 遮断機が下がるthe crossing gate comes down
The crossing gate came down as the train approached.
- 遮断機が上がるthe crossing gate rises/opens
The crossing gate rose after the train passed.
- 遮断機の前で待つto wait in front of the crossing gate
Several cars were waiting in front of the crossing gate.