| 释义 |
transbus U.S. temporary.|ˈtrɑːnzbʌs, ˈtrænz-|
[f. trans- (or transit n.) + bus n.2]
A bus with special design features, including lower floors to give the elderly and disabled easier access.
1973Britannica Yearbk. Sci. & Future 1974 335/1 The three proposals for the so-called Transbus would have several common features, in addition to length... Lower profile, plus further automatic lowering at stops. 1975General Motors Transbus (Gen. Motors Truck & Coach Div.) I. 24 The use of the pantograph entrance on the Transbus allows use of the wheelchair elevator. 1977Time 5 Dec. 34 He expects that the high cost of the trans⁓buses (as much as $50,000 more than a regular bus) will halt the expansion of the special van service. |