1. Small buses or vans that carry passengers for a low fare, typically along a fixed or semi-fixed route in urban areas.
Usage: Plural form of jitney; Common in U.S. cities, especially in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions; Often informal or independently operated

Examples

• The city's jitneys provide affordable transportation for commuters who cannot afford regular taxi fares.
• Many jitneys operate in Atlantic City, offering cheap rides between the casino hotels and residential neighborhoods.
• She took one of the local jitneys to get downtown instead of waiting for the bus.
• Jitneys are a popular alternative to public transit in some densely populated urban areas.
• The driver of the jitney picked up passengers at designated stops along the avenue.
• These jitneys charge only a few dollars per ride, making them accessible to low-income riders.