People mover

noun, slang

noun, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A fully automated, grade-separated mass transit system, typically serving a small area such as an airport.

    "HS2 Ltd has issued a periodic indicative notice to start pre-procurement market engagement and consultation on the planned automated people mover which will link the High Speed 2 Interchange station with the NEC, Birmingham International station and Birmingham Airport."

  2. 2
    A car with a higher than normal passenger capacity, typically eight or nine passengers. Australia, informal

Synonyms

All synonyms
minivanspeople carrier

Example

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"HS2 Ltd has issued a periodic indicative notice to start pre-procurement market engagement and consultation on the planned automated people mover which will link the High Speed 2 Interchange station with the NEC, Birmingham International station and Birmingham Airport."

Etymology

Genericized trademark of the PeopleMover, a Disneyland attraction from the 1960s.

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