tach

noun

ˈtak How to pronounce tach (audio)
: tachometer

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The Slingshot surges forward as the tach swings toward redline, the exhaust emitting a guttural howl. — William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 The cabin of a Lusso is a special place, notable for its dash, which prominently positions the huge speedometer and tach centrally and canted toward the driver. — Robert Ross, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026 In the cockpit, the R 12 S keeps a hand in the past and present with dual analog-style clocks for speedo and tach, with both including small digital screens for keeping tabs on more modern metrics including ride modes, trip meters and more. — William Roberson, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024 Pulling out onto the main road, the Elantra N's engine revved up like a classic, angry turbo-four and double-timed once the tach needle swept past 4,500 rpm. — Peter Nelson, Ars Technica, 1 June 2024 See All Example Sentences for tach

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1930, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tach was circa 1930

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“Tach.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tach. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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