tâtonner

Definitions of tâtonner
  1. verb
    find by testing or cautious exploration
    synonyms: chercher, chercher à tâtons
    see moresee less
    type of:
    retrouver, trouver
    come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost
  2. verb
    feel about uncertainly or blindly
    synonyms: chercher à tâtons
    see moresee less
    type of:
    chercher, recherhcer
    try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘tâtonner'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family