Bus Definition

bus
noun
  1. a vehicle carrying many passengers; used for public transport; "he always rode the bus to work"
  2. the topology of a network whose components are connected by a busbar
  3. an electrical conductor that makes a common connection between several circuits; "the busbar in this computer can transmit data either way between any two components of the system"
  4. a car that is old and unreliable; "the fenders had fallen off that old bus"
verb
  1. send or move around by bus; "The children were bussed to school"
  2. ride in a bus
  3. remove used dishes from the table in restaurants

"Bus" in song lyrics

See how bus is used in real songs:

  • "You better go, for hoppin on the cab or bus"
    3rd Bass — Brooklyn-Queens
  • "And plus, ain't nothing wrong with riding the bus"
    Aceyalone — I Got to Have it Too *
  • "Specialized like the little bus"
    Action Bronson — Barry Horowitz

Usage tips for "bus"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bus" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bus to find words that pair well.

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