Definition for TAT-TOO'

TAT-TOO', n.1 [If this word was originally taptoo or tapto, it is from the Fr. tapoter, to beat; tapotez tous, beat, all of you; from taper, Gr. τυπτω, Eng. tap.]

A beat of drum at night, giving notice to soldiers to retreat, or to repair to their quarters in garrison, or to their tents in camp. Cyc.

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