Cowcatcher

n.

1.

A strong inclined frame, usually of wrought-iron bars, in front of a locomotive engine, for catching or throwing off obstructions on a railway, as cattle; the pilot.

Noun

1.

cowcatcher - an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track Synonyms: buffer, fender, pilot

buffer, engine, fender, frame, framework, framing, locomotive, locomotive engine, pilot, railway locomotive