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omnibus

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Noun — A large public bus, especially historically.

How to use omnibus

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Etymology

From Latin omnibus, "for all," the dative plural of omnis — originally used to describe a carriage "for everyone."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “omnibus” mean?

The word “omnibus” means a large public bus, especially historically. In plain terms, something that bundles many things together, whether a bus, a TV rerun block, or a giant piece of legislation.

How do you pronounce “omnibus”?

“Omnibus” is pronounced OM-nih-buhs (/ˈɑmnɪbəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “omnibus” in a sentence?

Here is “omnibus” used in a sentence: “Horse-drawn omnibuses once carried passengers through London's streets.”

What part of speech is “omnibus”?

Depending on how it is used, “omnibus” can be a noun and an adjective.

Where does the word “omnibus” come from?

The word “omnibus” comes from Latin. From Latin omnibus, "for all," the dative plural of omnis — originally used to describe a carriage "for everyone.".

How many meanings does “omnibus” have?

“Omnibus” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large public bus, especially historically.

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