Definitions

1. noun

A type of electric bus that is powered by an overhead wire and draws power from a trolley pole or spring-loaded collector, typically used in urban areas.

“The city installed a new trolleybus system to reduce pollution and increase public transportation options.”

2. noun

A vehicle that is similar to a tram or a streetcar, but is not confined to rails, and is often used to travel on roads.

“The trolleybus route took us through the city center, passing by many historic landmarks.”