Tame Definition

tame
adjective
  1. flat and uninspiring
  2. very restrained or quiet; "a tame Christmas party"; "she was one of the tamest and most abject creatures imaginable with no will or power to act but as directed"
  3. brought from wildness into a domesticated state; "tame animals"; "fields of tame blueberries"
  4. very docile; "tame obedience"; "meek as a mouse"- Langston Hughes
verb
  1. correct by punishment or discipline
  2. make less strong or intense; soften; "Tone down that aggressive letter"; "The author finally tamed some of his potentially offensive statements"
  3. adapt (a wild plant or unclaimed land) to the environment; "domesticate oats"; "tame the soil"
  4. overcome the wildness of; make docile and tractable; "He tames lions for the circus"; "reclaim falcons"
  5. make fit for cultivation, domestic life, and service to humans; "The horse was domesticated a long time ago"; "The wolf was tamed and evolved into the house dog"

"Tame" in song lyrics

See how tame is used in real songs:

  • "You bring that milkshake and the Puddin Tame"
    69 Boyz — Booty Drop
  • "No matter how you like it, I love my Puddin Tame"
    69 Boyz — Puddin Tame *
  • "Some say it's greed, but I just need that good ol' Puddin Tame"
    69 Boyz — Puddin Tame *

Words that rhyme with tame

Usage tips for "tame"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tame" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for tame to find words that pair well.

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