Motorcoach: meaning, definitions and examples

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motorcoach

 

[ ˈməʊtəˌkəʊtʃ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

transportation

A motorcoach is a large bus typically used for long-distance travel, equipped with comfortable seats, a restroom, and often amenities such as Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Synonyms

bus, charter bus, coach

Examples of usage

  • The motorcoach took us from New York City to Washington D.C. in comfort.
  • I prefer traveling by motorcoach because I can relax and enjoy the scenery.
Context #2 | Noun

tourism

In the tourism industry, a motorcoach refers to a bus used for guided tours, sightseeing trips, and group transportation.

Synonyms

shuttle bus, sightseeing bus, tour bus

Examples of usage

  • The motorcoach picked up the tourists from the hotel for the city tour.
  • We booked a motorcoach for our group excursion to the national park.

Translations

Translations of the word "motorcoach" in other languages:

🇵🇹 autocarro

🇮🇳 मोटरकोच

🇩🇪 Reisebus

🇮🇩 bus pariwisata

🇺🇦 туристичний автобус

🇵🇱 autokar

🇯🇵 観光バス

🇫🇷 autocar

🇪🇸 autobús turístico

🇹🇷 tur otobüsü

🇰🇷 관광 버스

🇸🇦 حافلة سياحية

🇨🇿 autobus

🇸🇰 autobus

🇨🇳 旅游大巴

🇸🇮 turistični avtobus

🇮🇸 ferðabíll

🇰🇿 туристік автобус

🇬🇪 ტურისტული ავტობუსი

🇦🇿 turist avtobusu

🇲🇽 autobús turístico

Etymology

The term 'motorcoach' originated in the early 20th century as a combination of 'motor' (referring to the engine-powered vehicle) and 'coach' (a large carriage for transporting passengers). Motorcoaches revolutionized long-distance travel by providing a more comfortable and efficient mode of transportation. Today, motorcoaches are widely used for various purposes, from tourism to intercity travel, offering passengers a convenient and scenic way to reach their destinations.

See also: motor, motorbike, motorcycle, motorcycling, motorhome, motorist, motorists, motorized, motorway.