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 Definitions of tappet  [ˈtæp ɪt]  

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Definition of 'tappet' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) tappet
a sliding rod that moves another machine part, as a valve, when intermittently struck by a cam.

Etymology:  (1735–45)

Definition of 'tappet' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) tappet
a lever that is moved in order to tap something else
Definition of 'tappet' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) tappet
a lever or projection moved by some other piece, as a cam, or intended to tap or touch something else, with a view to produce change or regulate motion

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