C1noun2K

Transit

UK /["/ˈtrænzɪt/"]/US /["/ˈtrænzɪt/"]/

Definition

the process of being moved or carried from one place to another

In simple words: The act of moving people or goods from one place to another.

Examples

The city has invested heavily in improving public transit to reduce traffic congestion.
We need to allow at least two hours for the transit of goods through customs.
During the transit of the spaceship from Earth to Mars, the crew monitored all systems carefully.
She chose to live near the transit station for easy access to the metro and buses.
Transit passengers must check the baggage regulations before their connecting flight.
The transit of the satellite across the night sky was visible with a telescope.
Goods in transit are liable to certain taxes and customs checks depending on the country.
The market was disrupted by a delay in the transit of essential raw materials.

Usage notes

Commonly used in transportation contexts, such as public transport systems (buses, trains). Less common in informal speech. Avoid using in overly casual scenarios.

Grammar pattern

transit + object

Memory hint

Think of 'transit' as 'transfer' in a city - like the bus moving from point A to point B.

Collocations

point
camp
lounge
in transit
transit between
transit from
point
camp
lounge
in transit
transit between
transit from
mass
public
rapid
system
hub
station

Synonyms

transport
transfer
shipment
conveyance
passage

Antonyms

stagnation
stability

Common mistakes

Confused with 'translation' due to similar spelling.
Using 'transit' as a verb instead of a noun.
Overlooking the context of shipping vs. public transport.