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Hmmm. Never heard that term before. I usually hear "gypsy cab".
by jimmywanger 7y ago
Hmmm. Never heard that term before. I usually hear "gypsy cab".
- davidrupp 7y agohttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illegal_taxicab_operation https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Illegal_taxicab_operation
- jdavis703 7y agoJust FYI many people consider “Gypsy” a slur nowadays since it’s commonly used in regards to illegal behaviors (like running outlaw cab services). I understand your intent was not to offend, but this is perhaps why the parent referred to it by a different name. See more on Wikipedia: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Names_of_the_Romani_people https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Names_of_the_Romani_people
- greenyoda 7y agohttps://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jitney https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jitney > Definition of jitney > 1 : an unlicensed taxicab