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minibus

American

[min-ee-buhs] / ˈmɪn iˌbʌs /

noun

a small bus, seating about 15 passengers and typically transporting people short distances.

minibus British

/ ˈmɪnɪˌbʌs /

noun

a small bus able to carry approximately ten passengers

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Etymology

Origin of minibus

1840–50; mini- + bus ¹; the 19th-century word, meaning “small carriage,” perhaps mini(mum) + (omni)bus

Example Sentences

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A minute's silence was observed before kick-off in memory of the seven Greek fans killed in a minibus accident in Romania on Tuesday.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

A minute's silence was observed before kick-off in memory of the seven Greek fans killed in a minibus accident in Romania.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

In the early hours of Thursday, there was a heavy police presence at the camp and a minibus appeared to enter the site.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

The minibus driver crashed into the lorry after attempting to overtake two vehicles, police spokesperson Mavela Masondo said.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

So we got out of the first car and climbed into the minibus.

From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah

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