Bus

/bʌs/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A large motor vehicle that carries passengers by road, typically along a fixed route.
I took the bus to work this morning to avoid traffic.
An electronic pathway that transfers data between components in a computer.
The motherboard has a high-speed bus for data transfer between the CPU and RAM.
A type of vehicle used for public transport, often with specific stops and a schedule.
The local bus system operates from early morning until late at night.
verb
To transport by bus.
We will bus the guests from the airport to the hotel.

Etymology

From the Latin word 'omnibus,' meaning 'for all.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

catch the bus
To board or get on the bus before it leaves.
bus stop
A designated place where passengers can board or get off the bus.
school bus
A bus that transports students to and from school.

Related Words

minibus
A small bus that typically carries fewer passengers.
double-decker bus
A bus that has two levels or decks for passengers.

Slang Meanings

To 'bus' means to clean up tables in a restaurant.
She's busy busing the tables after the dinner rush.
In some contexts, 'bus' can refer to a group of people traveling together.
We're all taking the bus to the concert this weekend.