Definitions

1. noun

a sound of a single shot, usually from a rifle or shotgun

“The hunter heard the tup of the rifle firing in the distance.”

2. verb

to strike with a sudden loud noise, especially with a rifle or shotgun

“The hunter tupped the metal target with a loud bang.”

3. verb

to fire a rifle or shotgun

“He tupped the gun, ready to hunt deer.”

4. interjection

an expression of excitement or surprise

“Tup! I’ve never seen anything like that before!”