Synonyms for

Cab

Verb / kæb / Another word for cab — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a taxi or a two-wheeled carriage for hire

Synonyms & similar words

taxicab taxi hack cabriolet taxi carriage hackney coach vehicle ride transportation conveyance limousine auto automobile motorcar cabriolet car wagon van bus truck jeep SUV

Synonyms by register

Formal

taxi hackney carriage

Informal

cabby ride wheels

Literary

carriage hansom

Antonyms

walk bicycle train bus subway ferry

Common collocations

  • take a cab
  • hail a cab
  • get a cab
  • cab driver
  • cab fare
  • cab company
  • private cab

Word family

noun cab
verb cab

Usage note

While 'cab' is commonly understood, 'taxi' is often preferred in more formal contexts. The verb 'to cab' means to work as a taxi driver.

Example sentences

  1. I hailed a cab to take me to the museum.
  2. The cab driver knew all the best shortcuts.
  3. I had to wait a long time for a cab to arrive.
  4. My friend and I shared a cab to get home.
  5. The cab smelled like air freshener and leather.

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