Meaning & Definition of word "Taps"
Taps
/tæps/
noun:
- 1. Gentle touches or sounds made by tapping.
- Example: The taps of the drummer filled the room with rhythm.
- 2. Devices used for drawing liquid from a container.
- Example: He turned on the taps to fill the bucket with water.
- 3. An act of lightly tapping something.
- Example: She gave three taps on the door before entering.
verb:
- 1. To hit something lightly; to touch gently.
- Example: He taps the screen to wake up his phone.
- 2. To draw liquid from a container.
- Example: The bartender taps a fresh keg of beer.
- 3. To secure a connection to a resource or system.
- Example: They plan to tap into local renewable energy sources.
Etymology
●Late Middle English: of uncertain origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tap in:
To gain admission or access to something, usually for a short time.
tap out:
To stop playing or participating, typically in a game or wrestling.
tap dance:
A form of dance characterized by the tapping of the dancer's shoes.
Related Words
tap:
To touch or hit lightly.
tapper:
One who taps, especially in a rhythmic manner.
tapping:
The action of touching or striking lightly.
Slang Meanings of taps
Meaning: To steal or take advantage of something subtly.
● Example Sentence: He tapped some extra cash from the register.
Meaning: To connect with someone for information or help.
● Example Sentence: I need to tap my contacts for leads on the job.