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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tamping

/tæmpɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does tamping mean?

verb

The act of pressing or packing something firmly into place, especially to make it compact or secure. To pack or compress something firmly, often using a tool such as a tamper.

Example

"The barista used a tamper to firmly pack the coffee grounds before brewing."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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