Meaning & Definition of Omnibus in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A book containing a collection of works by a single author or a single theme.

  Example Sentence: The publisher released an omnibus edition of her novels.

• Definition: A single vehicle or bus designed to carry many passengers.

  Example Sentence: We took the omnibus to the city center.

• Definition: A legislative bill that contains multiple topics or subjects.

  Example Sentence: The senator introduced an omnibus bill covering several issues.

Etymology

Origin: Latin, meaning 'for all' (from 'omnis').

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• omnibus bill: A single document that encompasses multiple laws or regulations.
• omnibus service: A transport service that provides multiple routes or options.
• omnibus edition: A singular publication containing multiple works.

Translations

• Spanish: ómnibus

• French: omnibus

• German: Omnibus

• Russian: омнибус

Related Words

• collection: A group of items gathered together.

• compilation: A work formed from various sources.

• legislation: The process of making or enacting laws.