tap
verbUK /tæp/
US /tæp/
To hit something gently with your hand or fingers.
She tapped the table with her fingers while she waited.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A device that controls the flow of water from a pipe.
Please turn off the tap after washing your hands.
3. To secretly listen to someone's phone calls.
The police tapped the suspect's phone.
4. To choose someone for a job or role.
The coach tapped her to lead the team.