Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cab-stand

noun
/ˈkab ˌstand/
Definition
A designated area or place where taxis park and wait for passengers.
Examples
  • After a long day of sightseeing, we headed to the cab-stand outside the museum to catch a ride.
  • The cab-stand was crowded with people waiting to get home after the concert.
  • In the city, you can usually find a cab-stand at major train stations.
Meaning
A cab-stand is where you can find taxis ready to pick up passengers, serving as a waiting area for these vehicles.
Synonyms
  • taxi stand
  • taxi rank
  • cab rank