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A sequence of repeated light blows, or the sound created by this
“This was followed by some lively jigs and reels in which there was much tapping of feet amongst the audience.”
A regular short, sharp sound, especially that made by a clock or watch
Dance with tapping steps
The action or process of piercing something
Utilizing or employing something intangible
Present participle for to strike with a quick light blow or blows
“To pollinate tomatoes, tap on the bamboo stakes once in the morning and once at night when you notice the petals of the flower are curved back.”
Present participle for to give a quick and light nudge, jab or poke
“He doesn't hear me over the music, so I tap him on the shoulder.”
Present participle for to press or push a button
“Tap the button to begin recording.”
Present participle for to draw or drain (liquid) from a source
“One lucky customer gets to tap the keg and will get their first glass free of charge.”
Present participle for to use, exploit or take advantage of something
“What a treat to be able to tap into his wealth of wisdom and insight.”
Present participle for to pierce or make a hole in something, typically to drain liquid or insert a screw
“It required only about 30 minutes to locate, drill and tap, deburr, and then mount the new sight.”
Present participle for to advance someone for a post or job, or for membership of a club
“It was his record in organization and promotion that led State Fair directors to tap him for the post.”
Present participle for to connect a device to (a telephone) so that conversation can be listened to secretly
“The devices were intended to tap phone lines used by the various governments, and were reportedly installed at the building's switchboard.”
Present participle for to come into general physical contact with
Present participle for to make a repeated light tapping sound
Present participle for to delve or make inquiries into
Present participle for to choose or select
Present participle for to produce a recurrent tapping sound
Present participle for to kick (something) hard in a specified direction
Present participle for to use, empty or drain completely
Present participle for to identify or select something from a range of options
Present participle for to drive in or pack down by frequent gentle strokes
Present participle for to make a soft, muffled crackling sound
Present participle for to come into forceful contact with something
(of a hole or opening) Present participle for to unplug
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