tamped

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Verb tamp has 1 sense

tamp down, tamp, pack - press down tightly; "tamp the coffee grinds in the container to make espresso"
--₁ is one way to compress, compact, pack together

Derived forms: noun tamper₁, noun tamp₁
Sample sentence:
Somebody ----s something

Definitions from the Web

Tamped

Definition

Verb: To press down or pack firmly (a loose material such as soil, gravel, or tobacco) using a tamp or other implement.

Senses

Sense 1:

Verb: To press down firmly using repeated blows or compression.

Example sentences:

The construction worker tamped the soil to ensure a solid foundation.
Make sure to tamp the coffee grounds firmly for a stronger brew.

Sense 2:

Verb: To compress air or gas in a cylinder with a piston.

Example sentences:

The mechanic tamped the air in the tire to the recommended pressure.
Make sure to tamp the gas canister securely before using the stove.

Sense 3:

Verb: To press down the tobacco in a pipe while smoking.

Example sentences:

The pipe smoker tamped the fresh tobacco gently to ensure an even burn.
Using a tamper, gently tamp the pipe tobacco to prevent any loose ashes.