Alternative spelling of pied-à-terre

plural of pied-a-terre

To make a series of quick tapping sounds; to palpitate

A series of quick tapping sounds

With a quick tapping sound

(idiomatic) Exhibiting disquiet or unsoundness of mind; not sane; mad.

To fill a bathtub with water in preparation for taking a bath.

To fill a bathtub with water in preparation for taking a bath.

(idiomatic) Without thinking seriously about the consequences.

(idiomatic) To photographically capture an image / (informal) Used as a rebuke to someone perceived to be staring at one. Also take a picture, it'll last longer.