modellocomotive

noun
UK /ˈmɒd.əl ˌləʊ.kəˈməʊ.tɪv/
US /ˈmɑː.dəl ˌloʊ.kəˈmoʊ.tɪv/

A model locomotive is a small toy train that looks like a real train.

He got a model locomotive for his birthday and ran it around the track.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A scale replica of a locomotive used by hobbyists for display or collecting.

His shelf is full of model locomotives from different countries.

3. A small working engine that pulls model cars on a model railway.

The model locomotive pulled six tiny carriages around the layout.

4. A digital or virtual train used in simulation games.

In the game, you can drive a model locomotive through a mountain tunnel.