出典:Wiktionary
出典:Wikipedia
出典:『Wikipedia』 (2011/06/14 16:46 UTC 版)
"Taps" is a musical piece sounded by the U.S. military nightly to indicate that it is "lights out". The tune is also sometimes known as "Butterfield's Lullaby", or by the lyrics of its second verse, "Day is Done". It is also played during flag ceremonies and funerals, generally on bugle or trumpet. The term originates from the Dutch term taptoe.