"tap" | Definition and Related Words

tap

Noun

The sound made by a gentle blow (synset 107403587)
is a type of: sound - the sudden occurrence of an audible event

subtypes: pitter-patter - a series of rapid tapping sounds

same as: pat, rap
A gentle blow (synset 107424621)
is a type of: blow, bump - an impact (as from a collision)

same as: rap, strike
A faucet for drawing water from a pipe or cask (synset 104566737)
is a type of:
- faucet, spigot - a regulator for controlling the flow of a liquid from a reservoir
- plumbing fixture - a fixture for the distribution and use of water in a building
same as: hydrant, water faucet, water tap
A small metal plate that attaches to the toe or heel of a shoe (as in tap dancing) (synset 104398363)
referred to in: dance, dancing, saltation, terpsichore - taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music

is a type of: plate - a sheet of metal or wood or glass or plastic
A tool for cutting female (internal) screw threads (synset 104398245)
is a type of: tool - an implement used in the practice of a vocation
A plug for a bunghole in a cask (synset 104398064)
is a type of: plug, stopper, stopple - blockage consisting of an object designed to fill a hole tightly

is a part of: barrel, cask - a cylindrical container that holds liquids

same as: spigot
The act of tapping a telephone or telegraph line to get information (synset 100655643)
is a type of: investigating, investigation - the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically

same as: wiretap
A light touch or stroke (synset 100126256)
is a type of: touch, touching - the act of putting two things together with no space between them

same as: dab, pat

Verb

Cut a female screw thread with a tap (synset 201405968)
is a type of: cut - separate with or as if with an instrument
Draw from or dip into to get something (synset 202317298)
"tap one's memory"; "tap a source of money"

is a type of: draw, draw off, take out, withdraw - remove (a commodity) from (a supply source)
Strike lightly (synset 201250368)
"He tapped me on the shoulder"

is a type of: strike - deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon

subtypes: percuss - strike or tap firmly

same as: tip
Draw from;
Make good use of (synset 201166589)
"we must exploit the resources we are given wisely"

is a type of: apply, employ, use, utilise, utilize - put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
subtypes:
- maximise, maximize - make the most of
- harness - exploit the power of
- mine - get from the earth by excavation
- quarry - extract (something such as stones) from or as if from a quarry
- overexploit - exploit excessively
- commercialize - exploit for maximal profit, usually by sacrificing quality
- milk - exploit as much as possible
same as: exploit
Tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information (synset 202193294)
"The FBI was tapping the phone line of the suspected spy"; "Is this hotel room bugged?"

is a type of: eavesdrop, listen in - listen without the speaker's knowledge

same as: bug, intercept, wiretap
Furnish with a tap or spout, so as to be able to draw liquid from it (synset 202365273)
"tap a cask of wine"

is a type of: furnish, provide, render, supply - give something useful or necessary to
verb group:
- tap - pierce in order to draw a liquid from
- tap - draw (liquor) from a tap
Make light, repeated taps on a surface (synset 202189819)
"he was tapping his fingers on the table impatiently"

is a type of: go, sound - make a certain noise or sound

same as: knock, pink, rap
Walk with a tapping sound (synset 201905014)
is a type of: walk - use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
Dance and make rhythmic clicking sounds by means of metal plates nailed to the sole of the dance shoes (synset 201899750)
"Glover tapdances better than anybody"

is a type of: dance, trip the light fantastic, trip the light fantastic toe - move in a pattern; usually to musical accompaniment; do or perform a dance

same as: tapdance
Draw (liquor) from a tap (synset 201858505)
"tap beer in a bar"

is a type of: draw, take out - take liquid out of a container or well

verb group: tap - furnish with a tap or spout, so as to be able to draw liquid from it
Pierce in order to draw a liquid from (synset 201616636)
"tap a maple tree for its syrup"; "tap a keg of beer"

is a type of: pierce - make a hole into

verb group: tap - furnish with a tap or spout, so as to be able to draw liquid from it
Make a solicitation or entreaty for something;
Request urgently or persistently (synset 200784104)
"Henry IV solicited the Pope for a divorce"; "My neighbor keeps soliciting money for different charities"

is a type of: ask for, bespeak, call for, quest, request - express the need or desire for
subtypes:
- quest - seek alms, as for religious purposes
- canvass - solicit votes from potential voters in an electoral campaign
- buttonhole, lobby - detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors
same as: beg, solicit

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