Definition

A person who drives a taxi to transport passengers for a fee.

Example

The cabdriver took me to the airport quickly and safely.

Conversation

I took a cab to the airport yesterday and my cabdriver was really friendly.

That sounds nice! Did you chat with him during the ride?

Yeah, we talked about the best places to eat in the city.

I love when a cabdriver shares local tips like that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cabdriver → It is formed from "cab" (from cabriolet, a type of horse-drawn carriage from French) and "driver" (from Old English "drīfan", meaning to drive). The word "cabdriver" refers to a person who drives a cab or taxi.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'cabriolet' as a type of carriage and 'driver' as someone who operates it — a cabdriver is someone who drives a taxi.

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