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  1. jeepneynoun

    A vehicle used as public transport in the Philippines, originally made from US military jeeps left over from World War II and well known for their flamboyant decoration and crowded seating.

  2. Etymology: Probably.

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  1. Jeepney

    Jeepneys (Tagalog: [ˈdʒɪpni]), sometimes called jeeps (Tagalog: [ˈdʒɪp]), are minibus-like public utility vehicles, serving as the most popular means of public transportation in the Philippines. They are known for their crowded seating and kitsch decorations, which have become a widespread symbol of Philippine culture and art. A Sarao jeepney was exhibited at the Philippine pavilion at the 1964 New York World's Fair as a national image for the Filipinos.Jeepneys originate from the American colonial period share taxis known as auto calesas, commonly shortened to "AC". These evolved to modified imported cars with attached carriages in the 1930s which served as cheap passenger utility vehicles in Manila. These vehicles were mostly destroyed in World War II. The need for replacement transport vehicles led to the use of U.S. military jeeps left over from the war, which became the template for the modern jeepney. The word "jeepney" is a portmanteau of post-World War II "jeep" and pre-war "jitney", both words common slang in the popular vernacular of the era.An estimated 600,000 drivers nationwide depend on driving jeepneys for their livelihood.

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  1. JEEPNEY

    A jeepney is a type of public transportation vehicle commonly found in the Philippines. It is a modified version of the military jeep that was left by American forces after World War II. Jeepneys are typically brightly decorated and can accommodate multiple passengers, providing a cost-effective means of transportation for shorter distances.

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  1. Jeepney

    Jeepneys are the most popular means of public transportation in the Philippines. They are known for their crowded seating and flamboyant decorations, which have become a ubiquitous symbol of Philippine culture and art. A Sarao jeepney was exhibited at the Philippine pavilion at the 1964 New York World's Fair as a national image for the Filipinos. Jeepneys were originally made from US military jeeps left over from World War II. The word jeepney came from the combination of the words "jeep" and "jitney", a small bus that carries passengers on a regular route with flexible schedule. While most are used as public utility vehicles, jeepneys used as personal vehicles have their rear doors attached with "For family use" or "Private" sign painted on them to alert commuters. Jeepneys are used less often for commercial or institutional use.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of jeepney in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of jeepney in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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