tat

Definition

Tat is a kind of handmade lace created by weaving loops of thread with a small shuttle. It can also refer informally to cheap or low-quality items.

Usage & Nuances

As a noun, 'tat' is formal in the context of lace-making ('make tat'), but informal/slang when meaning 'cheap stuff.' In the informal sense, often used negatively, like 'This shop is full of tat.' Distinct from 'tattoo,' though sometimes shortened in speech.

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