"Boris bus" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Boris buses [plural]
Etymology: Named after Boris Johnson, mayor of London from 2008–2016. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Boris bus (plural Boris buses)
  1. (UK, informal) A particular type of double-decker bus used in London, as popularized by mayor Boris Johnson; New Routemaster. Wikipedia link: New Routemaster Tags: UK, informal Categories (topical): Vehicles Categories (place): London Related terms: Boris bike

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