Definition of «cab rank»

Definitions of individual words can be found below.

«cab»

The word "cab" is short for "taxicab," which is a type of vehicle that you can hire to take you somewhere. Full definition

«rank»

The word "rank" is used to describe the position or status of someone or something in relation to others. It can refer to a person's level of authority, their position in a social hierarchy, or how well they are performing compared to others. Full definition

Sentences with «cab rank»

  • The Chief Coroner, Judge Mark Lucraft QC has taken the unprecedented step of backing a judicial review against his colleague's decision to apply a «cab rank rule» to burials. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
  • Assuming (for argument's sake) the cab rank rule applies in Canada, a strict application says that EG was obliged to take the gamblers» case provided they met his fee. (slaw.ca)
  • The «cab rank» approach ignores religious concerns for early burial — Jewish and Islamic beliefs require the deceased to be buried on the same day as death or as soon as possible thereafter. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
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