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Noun hackney carriage has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebHackney CarriageDefinition: A hackney carriage refers to a type of horse-drawn carriage used for public transportation. In modern usage, it usually refers to a traditional taxi, especially in British English. Part of Speech: Noun Sense 1: A horse-drawn carriage used for public transportation Example sentence: The hackney carriage trotted through the narrow streets, taking passengers to their destinations. Related products: Horse-drawn Carriages, Vintage Carriages Sense 2: A traditional taxi, especially in British English Example sentence: As the rain poured down, the tourists hailed a hackney carriage to take them to the famous landmarks in London. Related products: London Taxis, Traditional Black Taxis Local Usage: In some regions, the term "hackney carriage" is used interchangeably with "taxi" or "cab." Example sentence: In New York City, locals often refer to a yellow cab as a hackney carriage. Related products: New York Taxis, Yellow Cabs | ||||
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