tapped
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for tapped, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Fitted with a tap, or having had a tap or listening device attached.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Frequently asked questions
What does “tapped” mean?
The word “tapped” means fitted with a tap, or having had a tap or listening device attached. In plain terms, fitted with a valve or listening device, or, informally, slightly mad.
How do you pronounce “tapped”?
“Tapped” is pronounced tapt (/tæpt/ in IPA).
How do you use “tapped” in a sentence?
Here is “tapped” used in a sentence: “The line was tapped, and every call was recorded.”
What part of speech is “tapped”?
“Tapped” is an adjective.
Is “tapped” a common word?
“Tapped” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “tapped” have?
“Tapped” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: fitted with a tap, or having had a tap or listening device attached.
What does it mean when a phone is tapped?
A tapped phone has had a listening device attached to it, usually so that calls can be secretly monitored or recorded. This sense of 'tapped' refers to fitting something with a tap or surveillance device.
Is tapped meaning crazy formal or informal?
The 'crazy or eccentric' sense of tapped is informal slang, not something you would use in formal writing or speech. It is more common in casual conversation, often as 'tapped in the head.'
What is the difference between a tapped phone and a tapped keg?
A tapped phone has a listening device attached for surveillance, while a tapped keg or pipe has had a tap fitted so liquid can be drawn from it. Both uses share the core idea of something being fitted with a tap, but the purpose differs completely.