coach driver
A 'coach driver' historically referred to someone driving a horse-drawn carriage but now commonly means a person who drives a long-distance bus.
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Definition
B1Modern Transportation
(common, UK, Australia)A person employed to drive a long-distance bus.
Example
- The coach driver announced the next stop would be in two hours.
- She works as a coach driver, transporting passengers between cities.
B2Historical
(historical)A person who drove a horse-drawn carriage.
Example
- In the 1800s, the coach driver skillfully navigated the bumpy roads.
- The coach driver ensured the horses were well-fed and rested during long journeys.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "coach driver":
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