Meaning & Definition of word "Tap"

Tap

/tæp/

1. a light touch or hit
- Example: He gave a gentle tap on the table to silence the crowd.
2. a device used for controlling the flow of a liquid or gas
- Example: The plumber installed a new tap in the kitchen sink.

1. to strike or touch lightly
- Example: She tapped him on the shoulder to get his attention.
2. to make contact with something in a quick, light manner
- Example: He tapped the screen to unlock the phone.
3. to draw liquid from a container or to connect to a source
- Example: The bartender tapped a fresh keg of beer.

Middle English 'tappen' from Old English 'tæppan', of unknown origin.

tap dance:

A dance characterized by the sound of metal taps on the soles of shoes.

tap into:

To access or make use of a resource.

tap on the shoulder:

To get someone's attention by touching their shoulder lightly.

tapping:

The action of making a light touch or strike.

taproot:

The main root of a plant that grows downward.

Meaning: To steal or take something surreptitiously.

Example Sentence: He tapped some cash from the register when no one was looking.

Meaning: To have an intimate relationship with someone.

Example Sentence: He was tapping his neighbor for a while before they broke up.