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noun

minibus

MIH-nee-buhs

Minibus (noun) means a small bus, typically used to carry a small group of passengers. Example: “The school hired a minibus to take the team to the match.”

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A small bus, typically used to carry a small group of passengers.
"The school hired a minibus to take the team to the match."

How to use minibus

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA smaller-than-usual bus for short trips or small groups.

Word forms

minibuses plural, minibusses plural

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Etymology

From "mini-" plus "bus."

Rhymes for minibus

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Frequently asked questions

What does “minibus” mean?

The word “minibus” means a small bus, typically used to carry a small group of passengers. In plain terms, a smaller-than-usual bus for short trips or small groups.

How do you pronounce “minibus”?

“Minibus” is pronounced MIH-nee-buhs (/ˈmɪ.ni.bəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “minibus” in a sentence?

Here is “minibus” used in a sentence: “The school hired a minibus to take the team to the match.”

What part of speech is “minibus”?

“Minibus” is a noun.

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