ta ta
interjection
ta ta
American
[tah tah]
/ tɑ ˈtɑ /
interjection
Chiefly British.
ta-ta
British
/ tæˈtɑː /
Etymology
Origin of ta ta
First recorded in 1830–40; origin uncertain
Example Sentences
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“I mean, in terms of the character, I love the character,” he said, “But, of course, baritone role, ta ta ta. …”
From New York Times • Dec. 9, 2021
Are ta ta dragons really close to the Physignathus water dragons?
From Scientific American • Jan. 17, 2014
The "ta ta" did not signify of gratitude, to be sure, but it was an infantilised farewell nonetheless.
From The Guardian • Jul. 17, 2013
They've also bid favorites like Jon Stewart and his "Daily Show" a ta ta for now.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 10, 2012
“Another band recital, I guess. Tumpty ta ta Gerald blah. ‘A little louder on the drum, Quentin’.
From "The Sound and the Fury" by William Faulkner
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