Synonyms for

Shuttle

Verb / ˈʃʌtʌl / Another word for shuttle — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a vehicle that transports people or things back and forth between two places

Synonyms & similar words

birdie bird shuttlecock transporter ferry bus van car vehicle carrier conveyance commuter traveler passenger mover pilot driver chauffeur taxi limo cab ride lift

Synonyms by register

Formal

ferry transport convey commute

Informal

zip dash hop run

Literary

weave flit dart

Antonyms

stay remain halt stop loiter linger settle

Common collocations

  • space shuttle
  • shuttle bus
  • shuttle service
  • shuttle diplomacy
  • shuttlecock
  • shuttle mission
  • shuttle flight

Word family

noun shuttle
verb shuttle
adjective shuttled

Usage note

As a verb, 'shuttle' often implies a back-and-forth movement. It can be used for physical travel or for diplomatic efforts.

Example sentences

  1. The shuttle bus takes students from school to the library.
  2. The hotel shuttle picked us up at the airport.
  3. The space shuttle launched into space.
  4. The shuttle driver helps people with their luggage.
  5. The shuttle service runs every 30 minutes.

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