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omnibus


Meanings
  • noun

    A large bus or coach designed to carry a large number of passengers.

    - "The omnibus is a public transport vehicle that can carry many passengers."
    - "The omnibus is an essential means of transportation in densely populated areas."

Pronunciation




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  2. /ˈɒmnɪbəs/



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  3. /ˈɑmnɪˌbʌs/



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Variants
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omnibus , omnibuses , justitia omnibus , quod semper , quod ubique , quod ab omnibus , the man on the Clapham omnibus
Etymology
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From Latin omnibus, meaning 'for all'.


Trivia
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  1. The first omnibuses were drawn by horses and operated in London in the early 19th century.

  2. The word 'omnibus' comes from the Latin word 'omnibus', meaning 'for all'.

  3. The omnibus is an essential part of public transportation systems in many cities around the world.


Related Concepts
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  1. Bus: A large motor vehicle designed for transporting passengers over long or short distances.

  2. Coach: A large vehicle, typically with a covered body, designed to carry passengers and often drawn by horses.


Culture
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The omnibus has been used extensively in literature, particularly in the works of Charles Dickens, who wrote a series of novels collectively known as 'The Omnibus Edition'. In art, the omnibus has been depicted as a symbol of urban life and transportation.

How to Memorize "omnibus"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a large bus or coach carrying many passengers. Imagine the passengers getting on and off at different stops.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'omnibus' with the idea of transportation and large groups of people.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Omnibus On Many Buses' to remember the meaning of the word.


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