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Here’s a summary of the term “Cab”:
Cab
- Taxi or Car for Hire:
- Definition: A vehicle available for hire that can be flagged down or pre-arranged for transportation.
- Usage: Commonly referred to as a “taxi,” “cab,” or “hire car.”
- Driver’s Compartment:
- Definition: The enclosed space in a vehicle where the driver sits and controls the vehicle.
- Usage: Found in trucks, buses, and some cars. In trucks, it is often referred to as the “cab” of the truck, and it houses the driver’s seat, controls, and sometimes additional passenger seating.
Examples
Truck Cab: The part of a truck where the driver operates the vehicle, which can include basic controls and sometimes additional amenities for comfort.
Taxi/Cab: Often seen in urban areas, this type of cab provides point-to-point transportation for passengers.
Abbreviation
- Abbreviation for Civil Aeronautics Board
- Abbreviation for Controller, Anti-lock brake
See Related Terms
- Access Cab
- Cabover
- Chassis cab
- Club Cab
- Crew Cab
- Double Cab
- Easy Access Cab
- Extended Cab
- King Cab
- Quad Cab
- Regular Cab