A hired car is a vehicle that is rented for a period of time. The term 'hired car' can refer to a variety of vehicles, including taxis, cabs, and taxicabs. A TAXI is a four-letter word for a vehicle that is hired to transport passengers for a fee. A CAB is a three-letter word for a vehicle that is hired to transport passengers for a fee. A TAXICAB is a seven-letter word for a vehicle that is hired to transport passengers for a fee.