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Tamp: meaning, definitions and examples

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tamp

 

[tรฆmp ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

to pack down

To tamp means to pack down or compress a material, especially soil or powder. It often refers to the process of firmly pressing down on an object to achieve a desired density. Tamping is commonly used in construction, gardening, and various crafts. Proper tamping ensures stability and reduces the likelihood of shifting or settling after installation.

Synonyms

compact, flatten, pound, press.

Examples of usage

  • He tamped the soil around the newly planted tree.
  • After filling the pot with soil, remember to tamp it down to remove air pockets.
  • The technician tamped the powdered material into the mold.
Context #2 | Noun

a device

A tamp can also refer to a tool used for compression, typically found in construction or gardening. This device helps in achieving a compact mass of material. Tamps come in different shapes and sizes suitable for various applications, from larger units for construction to smaller ones for precision work in gardening.

Synonyms

compactor, press, rammer.

Examples of usage

  • The worker used a tamp to settle the gravel in place.
  • A sturdy tamp is essential for ensuring a solid foundation.
  • The gardener's tamp was perfect for shaping the flower bed.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'tamp' has roots in the late Middle English period, meaning to pack down.
  • It may derive from the Middle Dutch word 'tampe', which described compressing or pressing.
  • The term has been in use since at least the early 16th century.

Construction

  • In construction, tamping is crucial for stabilization, ensuring foundations and roads last longer.
  • Tamping tools, like tampers or compactors, help pack materials like soil, gravel, or asphalt tightly.
  • Often, tamping occurs during the early stages of road building to prevent future damage.

Gardening

  • Gardeners often tamp down soil after planting seeds to help them stay in place and grow stronger.
  • Proper tamping in gardening can help avoid air pockets in the soil, which are harmful to root growth.
  • Some plants thrive better with well-tamped soil for adequate moisture retention.

Military

  • In military contexts, tamping refers to the method used to pack gunpowder into artillery pieces for effective firing.
  • Historical artillery crews needed precise tamping techniques to ensure the safety and power of their shots.
  • The term conveys carefulness and precision, essential for successful operations.

Art

  • Tamping has a place in certain art forms, such as ceramics, where artists pack clay tightly to avoid cracks.
  • Some sculptors use tamping techniques to create a solid base for their sculptures to prevent accidents.
  • In the context of performance art, 'tamping' can be a metaphor for deepening emotional connections or meanings.

Translations

Translations of the word "tamp" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tampรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅˆเคฎเฅเคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stopfen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penutup

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะณะปัƒัˆะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zatyczka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ “

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bouchon

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tapa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tapa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งˆ๊ฐœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุฏุงุฏุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรกtka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zรกtka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅกžๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zama

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tappi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑะปั‹ะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ”แƒ แƒ—แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qapaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tapa

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,733 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.