water taxi

noun

: a boat functioning (as within a harbor) as a taxi

Examples of water taxi in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This year should expect to see a surge of Hollywood talent from both sides of the camera back on the Lido, waving to fans from water taxis and introducing their films at screenings and press conferences. Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 23 July 2024 Expect to pay €100 and up — way up, depending on length and distance — for a private water taxi, transfer, or boat tour. Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2024 Parking is available at several nearby locations to park and walk or park and take a water taxi. Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 30 June 2024 Looking for solutions Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner has championed ferry service as one way to address the city’s traffic nightmare, calling not only for a water taxi across Biscayne Bay but also for north-south water transportation within Miami Beach. Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 7 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for water taxi 

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Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of water taxi was in 1921

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“Water taxi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water%20taxi. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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