tap

A2 noun
/tæp/
/tæp/
Word forms
taps, tapped, tapping

Meanings and translation

The translation of this word is being prepared.

  • tapering cylindrical peg or pin used to close and open the hole or vent in a container
  • secret interception of telephone calls or other communications using such a device; recording of such a communication
  • cylindrical tool used to cut an internal screw thread in a hole
  • connection made to an electrical or fluid conductor without breaking it
  • act of touching a button, icon, or specific location on the touch screen on an electronic device such as a mobile phone to invoke a function

Also: tap verb