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charabanc

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Editorial note

I believe it derives from the saloon ( main passenger accommodation ) of a bus, versus the open deck of a charabanc.

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Quick take

An elaborate production or endeavor involving many people or things.

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of charabanc gathered in one view.

noun

An elaborate production or endeavor involving many people or things.

noun

(British, dated) A bus, especially one hired by groups for pleasure outings, what was later called a coach.

noun

(British, informal) A vehicle that is slow, overcrowded, or otherwise undesirable.

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for charabanc.

Example sentences

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I believe it derives from the saloon ( main passenger accommodation ) of a bus, versus the open deck of a charabanc.

2

'Omnibus' may be more familiar, but 'charabanc' will likely be challenging to younger native speakers too.

3

I've had to lookup what an "omnibus" was when reading the Professor Moriarty Series, or a "charabanc" when reading Poirot.

Quote examples

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I've had to lookup what an "omnibus" was when reading the Professor Moriarty Series, or a "charabanc" when reading Poirot.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use charabanc in a sentence?

I believe it derives from the saloon ( main passenger accommodation ) of a bus, versus the open deck of a charabanc.

What does charabanc mean?

An elaborate production or endeavor involving many people or things.

What part of speech is charabanc?

charabanc is commonly used as noun.