… Meanings in Transit Some words have a different meaning in public transit.   Can you guess the transit-related meanings of these words? Paddle The dictionary says:  a short pole with a broad blade at one or both ends, used without an oarlock to … daily schedule, including all their blocks and coaches (see below!). Block The dictionary says:  a large solid piece of hard material, especially rock, stone, or wood, typically with flat surfaces on each side.  In transit:  a specific set of … trips assigned to a certain bus operator. Deadhead The dictionary says:  a fan and follower of the rock group the Grateful Dead.  In transit:  to drive a bus while out of service in order to get to the start of a bus route or after completing a bus …