tapping

¹ American  

[tap-ing] / ˈtæp ɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of a person or thing that taps or strikes lightly.

2. the sound produced by this.

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tapping ² American  

[tap-ing] / ˈtæp ɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of tapping casks, telephone conversations, etc.

2. something that is drawn by tapping.

3. paracentesis.

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Etymology

Origin of tapping¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at tap ¹, -ing ¹

Origin of tapping²

First recorded in 1590–1600; tap ² + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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tapping

The perreo heartthrob is also tapping into new genres for his upcoming sophomore album.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026

The CJP has won millions of followers on social media since its launch in May, tapping into widespread anger over the education system and unemployment.

From Barron's ● Jul. 20, 2026

It is about tapping into Morocco's passion for the game and grabbing "soft power on the international stage" by proving they can compete.

From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026

Executives are tapping internal “AI champions” among their employees to boost adoption.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026

Up on the Wonder Dome, thirty-two brightly colored names in a balloon font popped into view as the players finished tapping them into their phones.

From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein

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