cab
cab
kæb
kāb
British pronunciation
/kæb/

Definition & Meaning of "cab"in English

Cab
01

a vehicle, typically with a driver for hire, used to transport passengers to their destinations in exchange for an amount of money

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cab definition and meaning

What is a "cab"?

A cab is a vehicle used for transporting passengers to various destinations for a set price. It can be stopped on the street or booked in advance. Cabs are driven by professional drivers and are often used for short trips when other forms of transportation are not practical. The vehicle is usually marked with a sign to show it is ready for passengers. Cabs offer a quick and convenient way for people to travel from one location to another.

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We hailed a cab to take us to the airport as we were running late for our flight.
In busy cities, hailing a cab can sometimes be challenging during rush hour.
02

the enclosed compartment at the front of a vehicle or locomotive where the driver sits and operates the controls

cab definition and meaning
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The truck 's cab was equipped with air conditioning.
The engineer leaned out of the cab to check the signal.
03

a light, two-wheeled horse-drawn carriage with seating for two and a folding hood

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In Victorian times, cabs were common in city traffic.
They toured the park in an elegant open cab.
to cab
01

to travel or get around by taxicab

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We cabbed to the airport to save time.
She often cabs to work when it rains.
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