Main Entry: ¹tat·too

Pronunciation: \ta-ˈtü\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural tattoos

Etymology: alteration of earlier taptoo, from Dutch taptoe, from the phrase tap toe! taps shut!

Date: circa 1627

1 : a rapid rhythmic rapping
2 a : a call sounded shortly before taps as notice to go to quarters b : outdoor military exercise given by troops as evening entertainment