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bus

n. countable
A1 Beginner Oxford US //ˈbəs// UK //bˈʌs// bus Archaic General-service Slang

n. a large vehicle that carries many people along a fixed route. You usually pay a small amount of money to ride it.

n. a large motor vehicle designed to carry numerous passengers, typically following a specific route and schedule.


SIMPLE

I take the bus to work every morning.

CONTEXTUAL

The city recently added several electric buses to the fleet to reduce noise and pollution in the downtown area.

COMPLEX

While individual car ownership remains high, the municipal government is investing in a rapid transit bus system to alleviate peak-hour congestion on the main arterial roads.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used with the verbs 'take', 'catch', or 'miss'.

Pitfall

I am in the busI am on the busEnglish speakers use 'on' for public transport vehicles that you can walk around inside, such as buses, trains, and planes.

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