cab
0 antonyms and opposites of cab, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A taxi.
How to use cab
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A shortening of cabriolet, an old horse-drawn carriage.
Full origin of cab →Frequently asked questions
What does “cab” mean?
The word “cab” means a taxi. In plain terms, a taxi, or the driver's compartment of a large vehicle.
How do you pronounce “cab”?
“Cab” is pronounced kab (/kæb/ in IPA).
How do you use “cab” in a sentence?
Here is “cab” used in a sentence: “We hailed a cab outside the station.”
What part of speech is “cab”?
“Cab” is a noun.
Is “cab” a common word?
“Cab” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “cab” have?
“Cab” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a taxi.
What is the difference between a cab and a taxi?
Cab and taxi mean the same thing: a car you hire with a driver to take you somewhere for a fare. Cab is the shorter, more informal word, while taxi (or taxicab) is slightly more formal, and both are used in everyday speech.
What is the difference between the cab and the trailer of a truck?
The cab is the front compartment where the driver sits and controls the vehicle. The trailer is the separate rear section that carries the load; the same 'cab' sense also applies to the driver's compartment in a train or crane.
What is the difference between a cab and a minicab?
In British usage a cab (or black cab) can usually be hailed in the street or picked up at a rank. A minicab must be booked in advance by phone or app and cannot legally be flagged down on the road.