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day coach

American  
Or daycoach

noun

  1. an ordinary railroad passenger car, as distinguished from a sleeping car, parlor car, or other deluxe accommodations.

  2. the class of airline coach for daytime flight at regular fare.

Etymology

Origin of day coach

An Americanism dating back to 1870–75

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