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Telpher

A contrivance for the conveyance of vehicles or loads by means of electricity.

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Conveyance 76% connected

The act of conveying, carrying, or transporting; carriage.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Transport 76% connected

To carry or bear from one place to another; to remove; to convey; as, to transport goods; to transport troops.

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Telpherage 70% connected

The conveyance of vehicles or loads by means of electricity.

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