Meaning & Definition of word "Bus"

Bus

/bʌs/

noun:

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

verb:

  • 1. To transport by bus.
    • Example: 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 of bus

Meaning: To 'bus' means to clean up tables in a restaurant.

Example Sentence: She's busy busing the tables after the dinner rush.

Meaning: In some contexts, 'bus' can refer to a group of people traveling together.

Example Sentence: We're all taking the bus to the concert this weekend.