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Tot Definition & Meaning

tot
noun
  1. a small amount (especially of a drink); "a tot of rum"
  2. a young child
verb
  1. determine the sum of; "Add all the people in this town to those of the neighboring town"

"Tot" in song lyrics

See how tot is used in real songs:

  • "Trapper Keeper full of rhymes, smackin' on a tatter tot"
    DJ Revolution f/ Guilty Simpson, Royce Da 5'9" — Do Your Thing
  • "And making a sling shot for a pigmy tot"
    Holocaust & American Poets 2099 f/ Dungeon Masta, Judah Priest, Storm Da Ghetto Mutant — Fancy Boxing
  • "My daddy's tried to kill me ever since I was a tot"
    Insane Clown Posse — Mental Warp

Usage tips for "tot"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tot" 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 tot to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does tot mean?
a small amount (especially of a drink); "a tot of rum" a young child determine the sum of; "Add all the people in this town to those of the neighboring town"
What part of speech is tot?
Tot is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does tot have?
Tot has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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