The difference between Mass transit and Public transport

When used as nouns, mass transit means a large-scale transportation system in which the passengers do not travel in their own vehicles, whereas public transport means any form of transport that can be used by a member of public (usually for a fee).

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  1. Mass transit as a noun:

    A large-scale transportation system in which the passengers do not travel in their own vehicles.

  1. Public transport as a noun (UK, AU, NZ):

    Any form of transport that can be used by a member of public (usually for a fee); as opposed to private ownership of e.g. cars.

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