tap

/tæp/

Definitions

1. noun

a device for drawing liquid from a container, typically by creating suction

“She used a tap to fill her water bottle.”

2. verb

to hit or touch something lightly, especially with the fingers

“He tapped his fingers on the table.”

3. verb

to make a signal or attract attention by a light or repeated sound

“The teacher tapped her cane on the floor to get the students’ attention.”

4. verb

to strike or hit something lightly, typically with the fingers

“She tapped the keys on the piano.”

5. verb

to extract (liquid) from a container, typically by creating suction

“She tapped the keg to get a drink.”

6. verb

to make a connection to a network or computer system

“You need to tap into the Wi-Fi network to get online.”

Synonyms

  • douse
  • draw
  • drip

Antonyms

  • gush
  • pour