2006-12-31 00:07:06 · 3 answers · asked by jurek.becker 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
"Taxi" is an abbrievated from of "taximeter", actually the device used to measure the distance the vehicle has travelled and thus how much you must pay.
"Taxicab" is actually a combined form, from taximeter and "cabriolet" -- little goat. At one time goat carts were used for persnoal transport for hire in some cities.
2006-12-31 00:52:09 · answer #1 · answered by P. M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is an abbreviated form of 'taxicab.' Also, to move slowly along the ground or on the water as before taking off or after landing: said of an airplane.
2006-12-31 08:12:16 · answer #2 · answered by ericscribener 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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It could also mean the acclaimed TV sitcom starring Danny De Vito.
2006-12-31 08:11:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋