The gradual or tapered widening of the flange way which is formed by bending and splaying the end of check rail or wing rail away from the gauge line is known as

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• The bent-up length of rail used in front of a nose of crossing which helps in channelizing the train wheels...
• The process of joining slip gauge is known as _______.
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• Creep is the..... movement of rails.
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