Phrasal Verb 'Tap'
We have 6 phrasal verb definitions related to 'Tap'.
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Tap for
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Meaning: Get money off someone
Example: I TAPPED him FOR a loan.
Notes:
- Separable [obligatory]
- International English
- Separable [obligatory]
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Tap into
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Meaning: Use or exploit a plentiful resource for your benefit
Example: The company is hoping to TAP INTO the Chinese market.
Notes:
- Inseparable
- International English
- Inseparable
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Tap off with
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Meaning: Have sex with
Example: He TAPPED OFF WITH someone at the party on Saturday.
Notes:
- Inseparable
- British English
- Inseparable
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Tap out
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Meaning: Play a rhythm quietly
Example: He TAPPED OUT the tune with his pencil while he was thinking.
Notes:
- Separable [optional]
- International English
- Separable [optional]
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Tap out
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Meaning: Use all the money available
Example: How can we buy a new house without TAPPING OUT our savings account.
Notes:
- Separable [optional]
- International English
- Separable [optional]
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Tap up
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Meaning: Approach a footballer illegally to get them to change teams
Example: Chelsea were accused of TAPPING him UP even though he was under contract.
Notes:
- Separable [optional]
- International English
- Separable [optional]
