Definition of tap out

tap outphrasal verb

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The origin of the word "tap out" can be traced back to the world of mixed martial arts (MMA). In MMA, when a fighter is overwhelmed and unable to continue fighting, they "tap out" by applying a series of taps, orlight strikes, on the mat as a signal to the referee that they surrender. The term "tap out" is a simplification of this process and is now commonly used in a wider context. It is frequently employed when someone is exhausted, has reached their limit or is unable to continue with an activity or competition. The term "tap out" gained momentum outside the MMA community due to the rising popularity of MMA as a mainstream sport. Today, it is a widely recognized expression that has transcended its origins and is commonly used in various social and cultural contexts as a synonym for giving up or conceding defeat.

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to hit a surface gently to the rhythm of music

đánh nhẹ vào bề mặt theo nhịp điệu của âm nhạc

Example:
  • She tapped out the beat on the table.

    Cô ấy gõ nhịp trên bàn.

to write something using a computer or a mobile phone

viết cái gì đó bằng máy tính hoặc điện thoại di động

Example:
  • I tapped out a text message to Mandy.

    Tôi gõ một tin nhắn cho Mandy.

  • He tapped out a few words on the keyboard.

    Anh ấy gõ vài từ trên bàn phím.

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