intr.v. dapped, dap·ping, daps 1. To fish by letting a baited hook fall gently onto the water. 2. To dip lightly or quickly into water, as a bird does. 3. To skip or bounce, especially over the surface of water. [Probably alteration of DAB1.] |
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