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Why is there an N in "passenger"? | TRANSPORTATION

Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris

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From Hat Shops to Public Transport: The Evolution of Omnibus and Taxi

This chapter explores the origins of the term 'omnibus', tracing it back to a hat shop in Nantes and its playful meaning of 'everything for everyone'. It also examines the connection between the word 'taxis' and its linguistic evolution, highlighting the development of public transportation terminology.

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