tat

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[tat], (Verb)

Definitions:
- make (a decorative mat or edging) by tying knots in thread and using a small shuttle to form lace
(e.g: she sometimes made dresses in the evening while Momma tatted doilies)


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late 19th century: back-formation from tatting


[tat], (Noun)

Definitions:
- tasteless or shoddy clothes, jewellery, or ornaments
(e.g: the place was decorated with all manner of gaudy tat)


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Origin:
mid 19th century (in the senses ‘rag’ and ‘person in rags’): probably a back-formation from tatty


[tat], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a tattoo
(e.g: he wants to get his tats removed)


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[tat], (Verb)

Definitions:
- give (a person or body part) a tattoo
(e.g: I think you should try tatting your arms—you'll get more respect)


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