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The correct spelling is tamping.

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verb

Say it like: Tam-pin-g

The correct spelling is tamping. (blasting) To plug up with clay, earth, dry sand, sod, or other material, as a hole bored in a rock. For example: "Tamp earth so as to make a smooth place."

Usage Examples

Tamp earth so as to make a smooth place.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.(blasting) To plug up with clay, earth, dry sand, sod, or other material, as a hole bored in a rock.
  2. 2.To drive in or pack down by frequent gentle strokes
  3. 3.To reduce the intensity of.

noun

  1. 1.The act of one who tamps; specifically, the act of filling up a hole in a rock, or the branch of a mine, with earth, sand, or similar material in order to contain and direct explosive force meant to blast the rock or collapse the mine.
  2. 2.The material used in tamping.

adjective

  1. 1.Very angry; fuming.

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