taxicab

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Noun taxicab has 1 sense

cab, hack, taxi, taxicab - a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money
--₁ is a kind of car, auto, automobile, machine, motorcar
--₁ is a member of fleet
--₁ has particulars: gypsy cab; minicab

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Taxicab

A taxicab, also known as a taxi or a cab, is a vehicle that is hired to transport passengers from one location to another in exchange for a fare. It is often used by individuals who prefer a convenient and quick mode of transportation.

Sense 1: Noun (Common): A vehicle used for transportation, driven by a professional driver, which can be hailed on the street or hired through a dispatcher.

Example Sentence: I hailed a taxicab to take me to the airport.

Sense 2: Noun (Common): The fare or the amount of money paid for using a taxicab.

Example Sentence: The total taxicab charge from downtown to my hotel was $20.

Sense 3: Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of local taxis.

Example Sentence: This taxicab association is dedicated to providing improved services for local commuters.