Definition

To travel in a taxi or to drive a taxi.

Example

We cabbed to the concert last night.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, do you want to cab it to the concert tonight?

Sure! That sounds like a good idea, especially with the traffic.

Yeah, I’d rather not deal with parking.

Exactly! Let’s just enjoy the ride and relax.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A vehicle that can be hired to take passengers to different places, often called a taxi.

Example

I took a cab to the airport to catch my flight.

Conversation

I just called a cab to take us to the concert tonight.

That sounds great! What time will it arrive?

It should be here in about ten minutes.

Root Explanation

Cab originates from the word 'cabriolet' (from French *cabriolet*, meaning a light, two-wheeled carriage). The term 'cab' refers to a vehicle for hire, derived from this type of carriage.

Memory Tip

Think of a light carriage ('cabriolet') that you can hire to take you places — that's how 'cab' came to mean a taxi.

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