Definition of "taxi" in English

noun

1. A vehicle that may be hired for single journeys by members of the public, particularly one with an automated meter to calculate the fare.

   • [Sobbing uncontrollably] I thought I could make it work between us because you looked a bit like a man. TAXI!

2. (aviation, slang, obsolete) An aircraft used for practicing ground manoeuvres.

3. (aviation, uncountable, countable) The movement of an aircraft across an airport's surface under its own power; a phase of aircraft operation involving this movement.

   • During taxi, the flaps and slats are extended and the second engine (if not already running) is started.
   • Seat belts must be kept fastened during taxi, takeoff, turbulence, and landing.

4. (South Africa, Iran) Synonym of shared taxi.

verb

1. To move an aircraft on the ground under its own power.

   • taxi down the runway

2. To travel by taxicab.