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omnibus
This term evokes the image of a single vessel or container holding a diverse collection of items. In a literary or legal sense, it suggests a consolidation of separate entities into one comprehensive package for the sake of convenience or efficiency. When used as an adjective, it describes a broad, all-encompassing approach, often seen in political contexts where multiple unrelated policies are bundled into a single legislative act to ensure passage.
Meanings
A volume containing several separate novels or other pieces of writing, especially those by a single author.
"The publisher released an omnibus of the author's early detective stories."
A large carriage or bus for carrying many passengers, typically one that follows a fixed route.
"The passengers boarded the horse-drawn omnibus to travel across the city."
Covering many items or including several different things in one single document or law.
"The government passed an omnibus bill to address multiple budget issues at once."
A comprehensive law or piece of legislation that combines several different measures into one act.
"The legislative body debated the omnibus spending package for several weeks."