minibus

English

noun
Definitions
  • A small bus, especially one used as transport for small groups.
  • (South Africa) A-sixteen seater vehicle used as a taxi. A kombi.
  • (historical) A small four-wheeled carriage.
  • (US politics) A combined spending bill for multiple departments that is smaller than an omnibus bill.

Etymology

Prefix from English bus.

Origin

English

bus

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