Station/ˈsteɪʃn/ Definition 1 of 6Pro Tip 1/3Variety of Trains The term can refer to stops for different train types, like subway or freight trains. Let's catch the subway at the downtown station. Pro Tip 2/3Typical Facilities Stations often have shops, restrooms, and waiting areas for passengers. I bought a snack at the station before boarding. Pro Tip 3/3Station Jargon Familiarize with terms like 'platform', 'track', and 'concourse' used at train stations. The announcement said our train leaves from platform 9.