water-bus
Americannoun
plural
water-buses, water-busses-
any small ship or boat serving as a passenger shuttle.
Etymology
Origin of water-bus
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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Venice’s Santa Lucia railway station is packed as visitors scuttle across the concourse towards the water-bus stops.
From The Guardian
Transport officials also closed the water-bus system, except to outlying islands, due to the emergency.
From The Guardian
There are several water-bus lines designated by a colored flag on the stern.
From New York Times
Mr Falconi told Ansa that he would be putting his proposal of random testing to the city council on Monday, and that it would apply to all who operate a craft in the watery city, "from water-bus drivers to ship hands".
From BBC
A one-day water-bus strike has crippled this shimmering city.
From New York Times
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