hackneyer

/hæknɪˈjɛr/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who drives a hackney carriage, especially a four-wheeled cab.

“In the 19th century, the hackneyer was a common figure in city streets.”

2. verb

to drive a hackney carriage for hire.

“He hackneyered people all over the city, but never made a profit.”

Synonyms

  • cabdriver
  • taxi driver

Antonyms

  • private driver