taxicab
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for taxicab, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A car for hire with a driver, used to carry passengers for a fare; a taxi.
How to use taxicab
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hail a taxicab
taxicab driver
Etymology
Shortened from "taximeter cab" — the same root as "taxi."
Full origin of taxicab →Frequently asked questions
What does “taxicab” mean?
The word “taxicab” means a car for hire with a driver, used to carry passengers for a fare; a taxi. In plain terms, another word for taxi, used more in formal or American English.
How do you pronounce “taxicab”?
“Taxicab” is pronounced TAK-see-kab (/ˈtæksiˌkæb/ in IPA).
How do you use “taxicab” in a sentence?
Here is “taxicab” used in a sentence: “Yellow taxicabs are an iconic sight on the streets of New York.”
What part of speech is “taxicab”?
“Taxicab” is a noun.