SBNO
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
A roller coaster or other ride at an amusement park which is assembled, and not formally defunct, but not operational or open to the public.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
After 2 years of maintenance, the dark ride is still SBNO.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “SBNO” mean?
A roller coaster or other ride at an amusement park which is assembled, and not formally defunct, but not operational or open to the public.
Is “SBNO” formal or informal?
SBNO is generally slang.