Meaning & Definition of word "Transit"

Transit

/ˈtræn.zɪt/

1. The act or process of moving people or goods from one place to another.
- Example: The transit system in the city includes buses and subways.
2. The conveyance of people or goods.
- Example: The transit of the cargo was delayed due to bad weather.
3. The period of time during which something is in transit.
- Example: The package is currently in transit and should arrive by tomorrow.

1. To pass over or through (a place) in order to reach a destination.
- Example: We will transit the area before heading to the main city.

From Latin transitus, meaning 'a passing over'.

in transit:

Being transported from one place to another.

transit authority:

An organization responsible for public transportation.

transit time:

The time taken for goods to be transported from one location to another.

transitory:

Temporary; not permanent.

transition:

The process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.

transference:

The act of transferring something from one place or person to another.

Meaning: Quick trip or journey.

Example Sentence: I took a short transit across town to grab lunch.

Meaning: Referring to public transport.

Example Sentence: I’m catching the transit home after work.