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.