taps
Americannoun
noun
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(in army camps, etc) a signal given on a bugle, drum, etc, indicating that lights are to be put out
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any similar signal, as at a military funeral
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(in the Guide movement) a closing song sung at an evening camp fire or at the end of a meeting
Etymology
Origin of taps
Example Sentences
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The couple's approach taps into a bigger shift in UK tourism, straying away from standard accommodation and towards what industry observers describe as "experience-led travel", where the stay itself becomes the destination.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
The collection taps into the animal spirit, including celestial medallions, saber-teeth, horns, claws and symbolic engravings, in line with Aiko’s forthcoming album, “West$ide Whim$y.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
The 140-year-old Albemarle, for example, taps the knowledge of some of its older workers concluding their careers by helping the company make detailed specifications for aging plants.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026
They had better hope their bankers don’t turn off the taps, too.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
He quickly pulls the phone down and taps to delete the message he just listened to.
From "Clean Getaway" by Nic Stone
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