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double tap

[ duhb-uhl tap ]

noun

  1. the technique or act of shooting a target twice in rapid succession:

    If a double tap to the chest fails to stop an attacker, the next shot is aimed at the head.

double tap

noun

  1. an act of firing a gun twice in rapid succession

    a double tap to the head

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Word History and Origins

Origin of double tap1

First recorded in 1985–90

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Example Sentences

This practice, which is a real thing, is more commonly referred to as a “double-tap.”

Here Mr Witherington was again interrupted by a second double tap at the door.

Here Mr. Witherington was again interrupted by a second double tap at the door.

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