tap


4tap

noun

Definition of TAP

1
a : a light usually audible blow; also : its sound b : one of several usually rapid drumbeats on a snare drum
3
: a small metal plate for the sole or heel of a shoe
4
: tap dance 1
5
: flap 7

First Known Use of TAP

14th century

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