bus

bus or busbar [bus]

n.

pl. buses or busses [< (OMNI)BUS]

1. a large, long motor vehicle designed to carry many passengers, usually along a regular route; omnibus

2. Slang an automobile

3. Elec. a heavy copper bar, strap, or other similar conductor that is not insulated, usually carries a large current, and connects many electrical circuits: also called bus bar

vt.

bused or bussed, busing or bussing

1. to transport by bus; specif., to transport (children) by busing

☆ 2. in a restaurant, cafeteria, etc., to clear dirty dishes from [to bus tables]

vi.

1. to go by bus

☆ 2. to do the work of a busboy