Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

take-a-cab

Verb Phrase
teɪk ə kæb
Definition
To hire or use a taxi for transportation.
Examples
  • After the concert, we decided to take a cab home instead of walking.
  • It was late at night, so I opted to take a cab rather than drive myself.
  • When in a hurry, taking a cab is often the fastest option.
Meaning
The phrase ‘take-a-cab’ is commonly used when referring to the act of getting into a taxi to travel from one place to another.
Synonyms
  • catch a taxi
  • hire a cab
  • flag down a taxi