Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
charabanc
Noun
/ˈʃɛr.ə.bæŋk/
Definition
A type of large, open-top vehicle used for transporting groups of people, especially for excursions or sightseeing.
Examples
- We took a charabanc to the seaside with our friends last summer.
- The charabanc was filled with tourists eager to explore the countryside.
- During the festival, several charabancs lined up to take visitors on a scenic tour.
Meaning
Originally a horse-drawn carriage, the charabanc evolved into a motor vehicle, commonly used for day trips and leisure travel.
Synonyms
- Bus
- Coach
- Minibus
- Tour bus
