taxi
(tæksi )
Word forms: taxis , taxiing , taxied
1. countable noun [oft by NOUN] A1
A taxi is a car driven by a person whose job is to take people where they want to go in return for money.
The taxi drew up in front of the Riviera Club.
He set off by taxi.
2. verb
When an aircraft taxis along the ground, or when a pilot taxis a plane somewhere, it moves slowly along the ground.
She gave permission to the plane to taxi into position and hold for takeoff. [VERB preposition/adverb]
The pilot taxied the plane to the end of the runway. [VERB noun preposition/adverb]
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Collocations:
order a taxi taxi licence taxi operator taxi service
You order a taxi with an app on your phone and watch a little car icon drive through the streets to reach you.
Times, Sunday Times
Another friend told me their marriage was finished when he forgot to order a taxi for the wedding they were going to.
Times, Sunday Times
You can also check your bill using the 'smart' tabletop, order a taxi and find out where to go on to for a drink nearby.
Times, Sunday Times
Check what time the transport operates in case you need to order a taxi for an early departure.
The Sun
And, while waiting for your food to whet your appetite or your drink to quench your thirst, you can play games on the table and even order a taxi home.
ST
His taxi licence was later suspended by the council for reasons that have not been made public.
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They do not, however, have to know their way around every street or hold an individual taxi licence.
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He had his taxi licence endorsed by the council.
The Sun
Serious concerns and weakness were identified in the steps taken by the council to ensure that only fit and proper persons were allowed to hold a taxi licence.
Times, Sunday Times
All minicabs should have a valid taxi licence.
The Sun
They purchased a used aircraft and operated a flight school, aircraft dealership, parts distributor and air taxi operator.
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Originally a charter and air taxi operator, later it started to operate also scheduled flights.
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It has a presence in 68 countries but has faced regulatory hurdles and protests from established taxi operators in most locations where it has launched.
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From the end of next year, low-cost airlines, taxi operators and ticket companies will all be prevented from levying fees, which can sometimes be as high as 20 per transaction.
Times, Sunday Times
The announcement was welcomed by air taxi operators, who are investing heavily in small jets to meet rapidly growing demand for private flights.
Times, Sunday Times
Schools provide food, medical care, counseling and taxi service if needed.
Smithsonian (2011)
We felt like a free hotel and taxi service with no recognition or thanks.
The Sun (2012)
Translations:
Chinese: 出租车, 缓慢滑行飞机
Japanese: タクシー, 地上走行する
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