Definition of tit for tat
: an equivalent given in return (as for an injury) : retaliation in kind
tit–for–tat
adjectiveFrom the M-W Editors
Origin and Etymology of tit for tat
alteration of earlier tip for tap, from tip (blow) + for + tap
First Known Use: 1556
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