transit
|tran-sit|
B1
/ˈtræn.zɪt/
passage or transportation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'transit' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'transitus,' where 'trans-' meant 'across' and 'ire' meant 'to go.'
Historical Evolution
'transitus' transformed into the French word 'transit,' and eventually became the modern English word 'transit' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to go across or pass through,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of passing over, across, or through something.
The transit of goods through the country was smooth.
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Noun 2
a system of public transportation in a city or metropolitan area.
The city has an efficient transit system.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35