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bus

 
 
pronunciation:
buhs
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
inflections: buses, busses
definition: a long motor vehicle with many rows of seats used to carry large numbers of people. Buses usually travel along a regular route.
 
similar words:
coach
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: buses, busses, busing, bussing, bused, bussed
definition 1: to carry by bus.
Many children are bused to school.
definition 2: to ride in a bus.
They bus to work.
Word History
Bus is a shortened form of the word omnibus, which was used by the French for a vehicle that could be used by all social classes. Omnibus is a Latin word meaning "for all."
Word Builder: bus +
  • bus stop:
    the place where a bus stops so people can get on or off.
  • bus station:
    a building where many buses stop so that people can get on or off.
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