Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bus-shelter

noun
/bʌs ˈʃɛltər/
Definition
A structure or facility located at a bus stop providing protection from the weather for passengers waiting for a bus.
Examples
  • The city installed new bus shelters with benches to improve public transit facilities.
  • During the storm, the riders took refuge under the bus shelter as they waited for their bus to arrive.
Meaning
Bus shelters are designed to enhance the comfort of commuters by offering a space to stand away from rain, wind, or sun while waiting for their bus.
Synonyms
  • bus stop
  • waiting area
  • bus station