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tit for tat

The correct spelling is tit for tat.

How to pronounce tit for tat

/ˈtɪt fɚ ˈtæt/
noun

IPA: /ˈtɪt fɚ ˈtæt/

Say it like: Tit- fo-r t-at

The correct spelling is tit for tat. Equivalent retribution; an act of returning exactly what one gets; an eye for an eye. For example: "If you hit me, I’ll hit you back; tit for tat."

Usage Examples

If you hit me, I’ll hit you back; tit for tat.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.Equivalent retribution; an act of returning exactly what one gets; an eye for an eye.
  2. 2.A hat.

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