Word: TAPPING
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Definition of TAPPING
- To furnish with taps.
"If we tap the maple trees, we can get maple syrup!"
- To draw off liquid from a vessel.
"He tapped a new barrel of beer."
- To deplete, especially of a liquid via a tap; to tap out.
- To strike lightly.
"She tapped him on the shoulder to get his attention."
- To touch one's finger, foot, or other body parts on a surface (usually) repeatedly.
"He was so nervous he began to tap his fingers on the table."
- To make a sharp noise.
"The tree, swaying in the breeze, began to tap on the window pane."
- An act of making a light hit or strike against something.
- A guitar technique in which the strings are tapped against the fingerboard
- The process by which a resource is tapped or exploited.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "tapping" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "tapping" conveys a high level of precision."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 12 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 16 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TAPPING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is TAPPING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in TAPPING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing TAPPING:
- # the tapping effect
- # master of tapping
- # playing with tapping
- # in terms of tapping
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