Meaning of the word "tap penalty" in English

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tap penalty

US /tæp ˈpen.əl.ti/
UK /tæp ˈpen.əl.ti/
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Noun

1.

a penalty in rugby union awarded against a team that commits a minor infringement, allowing the opposing team to restart play by tapping the ball with their foot and running or passing it

Example:
The referee awarded a tap penalty for offside.
They opted for a tap penalty instead of a kick at goal.
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