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Tap Phrase Eslpod Water Make Describes Noise Types

Id ESLPod_1201_WE_2075
Episode Id ESLPod 1201
Episode Title Types of Non-alcoholic Drinks
Phrase tap
Text In this podcast, the phrase "tap water" means water that comes out of the faucet on a sink: "The tap water in this city contains a lot of chlorine, but a simple filter can make it taste better." The phrase "on tap" describes beer that comes out of a barrel, keg, or large container: "What beers do you have on tap?" The phrase "tap dancing" describes a type of dancing in which the shoes have a small piece of metal on the bottom, designed to make noise as people move: "The girls love tap dancing, but the constant noise gives their parents a headache." Finally, the word "taps" refers to a song played at night in a military or recreational camp, and at funerals: "Hearing 'taps' always brings tears to my eyes."
Topics Food + Drink

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