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mistap

noun · verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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  • /ˈmɪstæp/
  • /mɪsˈtæp/

1

noun

Meaning 1

A tap on a touch screen device that is misplaced or otherwise accidental.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • If the controls are crammed together, mistaps may happen.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To make an accidental tap on a touch screen.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

Examples

  • Some buttons are too close in this app, you will often mistap.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To tap (a control on a touch screen) by mistake.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From mis- + tap.