tap synonyms

tap

n.

  1. A light blow

    pat, rap, dab; see blow 1.

  2. A spigot

    faucet, petcock, valve, spout; see faucet.

  3. A partial sole used for repair

    patch, guard, cover, reinforcement.

on tap

on draft, fresh from the barrel, in the keg, free-flowing, on hand; see also available.

tap

v.

  1. To strike lightly

    pat, touch, rap; see hit 1.

  2. To puncture in order to draw liquid

    perforate, pierce, bore, drill, broach, stab, spear, riddle, spike, lance; see also penetrate 1.

    Antonyms close*, seal*, solder. *

  3. To obtain by means of tapping

    draw, draw out, draw forth, pour out, drain, empty.

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