tap

Definition

• n. a small metal plate that attaches to the toe or heel of a shoe (as in tap dancing)
• n. a tool for cutting female (internal) screw threads
• n. a plug for a bunghole in a cask
• n. a light touch or stroke

Word forms

Past tense

tapped

Present participle

tapping

Past participle

tapped

Third person singular

taps

Example sentences

1. n.

   Please turn off the tap when you're done washing your hands.

2. vt.

   She tapped the screen to open the application.

3. vi.

   He tapped his fingers on the table while waiting.

4. 計

   Make sure to use the correct tap for the connection.