tap off
The term "tap off" has versatile meanings across different contexts, from engineering to sports.
Definition
C1Engineering
(technical)To divert or draw a portion of a liquid, gas, or electrical current from a main supply.
Example
- Engineers had to tap off some steam to reduce pressure in the system.
B2Sports
(informal)To start a basketball game with a jump ball, where players try to direct the ball to a teammate.
Example
- The referee blew the whistle to tap off the championship game.
B2General
(informal)To take a small amount from a larger amount, often referring to money or resources.
Example
- He decided to tap off a bit of his savings for the trip.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "tap off":
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