Hansoms

/ˈhænsəmz/ noun

Definition

The plural form of hansom; multiple two-wheeled horse-drawn carriages.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'hansom,' created by adding the standard English '-s' suffix to the singular noun form.

Kelly Says

In major Victorian cities, hansoms would queue up at specific stands throughout the day, much like modern taxi ranks, and a skilled hansom driver could navigate London's crowded streets faster than most modern cars could today.

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