Jitney — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈjit-nē/ jit·ney

Meaning & Definition of Jitney

Jitney (noun)

  1. an unlicensed taxicab
  2. bus; especially, a small bus that carries passengers over a regular route on a flexible schedule
  3. nickel

Jitney (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in minibus, microbus

    similar: coach, microbus, minibus, minivan, omnibus, van, auto, automobile, bus, car, horseless carriage, machine, motor, motorcar, motor vehicle, wheels (slang), convertible, fastback, hardtop, hatchback, notchback, ragtop, sports car, sport-utility vehicle, station wagon, SUV, town car, wagon, woody, compact, coupe, intermediate, limousine, mini, minicar, sedan, subcompact, V-8, gas-guzzler, land yacht, muscle car, stock car, turbocar, beater, clunker, crate, flivver, jalopy, junker, cream puff, phaeton, roadster, tin lizzie, touring car, hybrid

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Jitney

The most common words with a similar meaning to Jitney:

Slang: wheels
coach, microbus, minibus, minivan, omnibus, van, auto, automobile, bus, car, horseless carriage, machine, motor, motorcar, motor vehicle, convertible, fastback, hardtop, hatchback, notchback, ragtop, sports car, sport-utility vehicle, station wagon, SUV, town car, wagon, woody, compact, coupe, intermediate, limousine, mini, minicar, sedan, subcompact, V-8, gas-guzzler, land yacht, muscle car

Word Forms of Jitney

Inflections: jitneys

Origin & Etymology of Jitney

origin unknown

First known use: 1886

Frequently Asked Questions about Jitney

What does "Jitney" mean?

"Jitney" means an unlicensed taxicab. As a noun, it is defined as: an unlicensed taxicab.

What is another word for "Jitney"?

Other words for "Jitney" include coach, microbus, minibus, minivan, omnibus, van, auto and automobile. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Jitney" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Jitney"?

There are 55 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Jitney". Common alternatives include coach, microbus, minibus, minivan, omnibus, van, auto, automobile, bus and car.

Is "Jitney" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Jitney" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Jitney"?

"Jitney" is pronounced /ˈjit-nē/ and divided into syllables as jit·ney.

What is the origin of the word "Jitney"?

"Jitney" comes from origin unknown. First known use: 1886.

What is another word for "Jitney" meaning "as in minibus, microbus"?

When "Jitney" (noun) means as in minibus, microbus, synonyms include coach, microbus, minibus, minivan, omnibus and van.

What are the forms of "Jitney"?

The word forms of "Jitney" include jitneys.