Synonyms of taxicab

taxicab

noun

ˈtak-sē-ˌkab 

as in taxi

an automobile that carries passengers for a fare usually determined by the distance traveled

took a taxicab to the airport

Synonyms & Similar Words

• taxi
• cab
• limousine
• hack
• jitney
• rickshaw
• hackney
• water taxi
• gharry

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of taxicab

Sheridan filmed some of the series’ scenes in North Texas, bringing New York City taxicabs and an NYPD patrol car to downtown Dallas in December. — Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026

In a New York City taxicab, the fare for the reels’ distance would be $10 million (before tip). — Craigh Barboza, HollywoodReporter, 15 Mar. 2026

Created by Macy’s Parade Studio’s team of artists in partnership with Nintendo of America, the Mario balloon measures 51 feet and 2 inches long (as long as 7 bicycles), 37 feet wide (as wide as six taxicabs) and 43 feet and 8 inches tall (the height of a 4-story building). — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 27 Nov. 2025

Until Uber and Lyft arrived, ride-seekers were reliant on outmoded taxicab operations. — The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025