tap

US /tæp/
UK /tæp/
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1.

a device by which a flow of liquid or gas from a pipe or container can be controlled

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Please turn off the tap after washing your hands.
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The kitchen tap is leaking.
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faucetspigotvalve
2.

a light blow or touch

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She felt a gentle tap on her shoulder.
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He gave the door a quick tap.
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patrapknocktouch
1.

strike lightly and quickly

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He began to tap his fingers on the table impatiently.
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She tapped him on the shoulder to get his attention.
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patrapknocktouch
2.

draw liquid from (a container or pipe)

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They tapped the maple trees for syrup.
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The company plans to tap into new markets.
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draindraw offexploitutilize
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tap dancetap penalty