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ta-ta

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\ tä-ˈtä How to pronounce ta-ta (audio) \

Definition of ta-ta

chiefly British
—used to express farewell

First Known Use of ta-ta

1823, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for ta-ta

baby talk

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“Ta-ta.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ta-ta. Accessed 17 Aug. 2022.

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