Meanings
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a representation of the dental click used to show disapproval or disgust; tut, tsk
1923, Ernest Bramah, The Eyes of Max Carrados He jerked off the upper part of the rough coverlet and exposed a visage that caused Mr Carlyle to turn away with a "Tch, tch!" of emotion.
Etymology
An imitative spelling of a dental click used to express disapproval, impatience, pity, or disgust. English also represents the sound as tut, tsk, and related spellings.