jeepney

American  

[jeep-nee] / ˈdʒip ni /

noun

plural

jeepneys

1. a Philippine twin-benched jitney bus, seating about a dozen passengers.

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jeepney British  

/ ˈdʒiːpnɪ /

noun

1. (in the Philippines) a jeep that has been customized and converted into a taxi

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Etymology

Origin of jeepney

First recorded in 1945–50; Jeep ( def. ) + (jit)ney

Example Sentences

Since the war began, the cost of diesel and gasoline has skyrocketed, driving protests by groups representing the country's jeepney drivers and others.

From Barron's

Some jeepney drivers told the BBC they might go back to their hometowns to look for other jobs.

From BBC

"It feels like we are being choked. It's really tough. We don't know where can we get money to provide for our families," said Ronnie Rillosa, 58, who has been a jeepney driver for 30 years.

From BBC

It is not just the jeepney drivers fearing the future, however.

From BBC

The sun was not quite up as Eric Helera unlocked the doors of his jeepney, wiped down its two long passenger benches, and checked his brake fluid before another day ferrying Manila commuters.

From Barron's