Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
taxicab
noun
/ˈtæksiˌkæb/
Definition
A taxicab, commonly known as a taxi, is a vehicle for hire that transports passengers for a fare, typically calculated based on distance traveled and time taken.
Examples
- After a long flight, she hailed a taxicab to take her to the hotel.
- The taxicab driver was very friendly and offered to recommend local attractions.
- During the rainy weather, it was difficult to find an available taxicab.
Meaning
A vehicle used to carry passengers to various destinations, usually through a metered fare system.
Synonyms
- taxi
- cab
- shuttle