mass transit — public transportation systems that carry large numbers of people, typically including buses, trains, and subways
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: public transportation systems that carry large numbers of people, typically including buses, trains, and subways
Pronunciation (IPA): /mæs ˈtrænzɪt/
Example Sentences
- Jake switched from driving to using mass transit and accidentally became a subway philosopher, solving world problems between stations.
- The new mass transit app was so user-friendly that even grandparents started taking selfies on buses.
- Mass transit ridership increased by 40% after the city introduced free Wi-Fi on all trains and buses.
mass transit
NOUN[/mæs ˈtrænzɪt/]
public transportation systems that carry large numbers of people, typically including buses, trains, and subways
public transportation systems that carry large numbers of people, typically including buses, trains, and subways
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Mass derives from Latin massa, meaning 'lump' or 'bulk', while transit comes from Latin transitus, meaning 'passage' or 'crossing'. The compound term emerged in the early 20th century as rapid urbanization created demand for systems capable of transporting large numbers of people simultaneously.
Breakdown
mass (from Latin massa: lump, bulk, or large quantity) + transit (from Latin transitus: passage or movement across). The combination denotes the bulk movement of people through a shared transportation system.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Jake switched from driving to using mass transit and accidentally became a subway philosopher, solving world problems between stations.”
“The new mass transit app was so user-friendly that even grandparents started taking selfies on buses.”
“Mass transit ridership increased by 40% after the city introduced free Wi-Fi on all trains and buses.”
“The mayor's proposal to improve mass transit included hover-buses, which made commuting feel like a sci-fi movie.”
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