Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
farebox
Noun
ˈfɛərˌbɑks
Definition
A farebox is a device used to collect fares from passengers in public transportation systems, such as buses or trains.
Examples
- The bus driver instructed each passenger to drop their fare in the farebox before taking a seat.
- Fareboxes are crucial for tracking ridership and revenue in transit systems.
Meaning
It is primarily used to funnel money from riders in exchange for their usage of a transport service.
Synonyms
- Fare collector
- Ticket machine
