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couchette

/kuːˈʃɛt/ noun · British & US
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What does couchette mean?

noun

A small sleeping compartment on a train, typically with a bed and sometimes a washbasin. A small, enclosed space, especially one that is cramped or uncomfortable.

Example

"She booked a couchette on the overnight train to Paris."

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