Meaning of tap out | Babel Free

Definitions

1. To produce (a message, rhythm, or other thing) by tapping.
   transitive
2. To submit to an opponent by tapping one's hand repeatedly either on the arena or the opponent's body.
   intransitive
3. To force (an opponent) to submit.
   transitive
4. To relieve a person of duty, such as a casino worker or wrestler in a tag-team match.
   transitive
5. To deplete, especially of a liquid; to finish the last of a drink.
   transitive
6. To run out of money in a gambling establishment.
   intransitive

Equivalents

Examples

“He tapped his opponent out in what seemed like ten seconds.”

“After a month of sugaring, the local maples were all tapped out.”

“It's nice that the ATM is open 24-7, but it doesn't help if your account is tapped out.”

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