Tamp/tæmp/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Gentle Force Use 'tamp' for gentle, careful pressing, not harsh, violent movements. She tamped the soil gently to avoid damaging the roots. Pro Tip 2/3Level Surface 'Tamp' often implies making a surface level or evenly compressed. After seeding, gently tamp the ground to create a level surface. Pro Tip 3/3Finishing Touch In many activities, 'tamping' is a final step to settle or secure something. After filling the hole, he tamped it to secure the post.