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“Tach” or “Tack”

Overview

tach / tack are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

tach: NA

tack: (noun) the heading or position of a vessel relative to the trim of its sails. (noun) a short nail with a sharp point and a large head. (noun) (nautical) the act of changing tack. (noun) sailing a zigzag course. (verb) fasten with tacks. (verb) turn into the wind.

Pronunciation

tach: NA

tack: t·AE·k

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Examples in Context

Examples of “tach”

Examples of “tack”

  • It may be harder to tack a genoa than a jib,…
  • Horse tack
  • …on Allmusic described the new tack Reddy was taking: "In search…
  • …"Joe Blade, Sharp as a Tack".
  • …muzzles may be purchased in tack shops or from equestrian supply…
  • LSU would tack on 2 additional runs to…
  • …to the west and the tack room to the north.
  • A quite different tack involves developing compounds that have…
  • Girth (tack), a piece of equipment used…
  • …showcases "a looser, more experimental tack" but runs "one or two…


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