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taps


Main Entry: taps
Pronunciation: \ˈtaps\
Function: noun plural but singular or plural in construction
Etymology: probably alteration of earlier taptoo tattoo — more at tattoo
Date: 1824

: the last bugle call at night blown as a signal that lights are to be put out; also : a similar call blown at military funerals and memorial services


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