hackney cab

noun

Meaning

A carriage pulled by a hackney horse, available for public hire.
(currently) a motorised vehicle available for public hire.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

hackney carriage(English)hansom cab(English)hack(English)hansom(English)hackney(English)four-wheeler(English)hack chaise(English)horse car(English)

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Sources

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