shillibeer

noun

shil·​li·​beer

ˈshiləˌbi(ə)r

plural -s

1

: a horse-drawn omnibus

2

: a horse-drawn hearse with seats for mourners

Word History

Etymology

after George Shillibeer †1866 English coach proprietor

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