English dictionary
tip
/t/I/p/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the extreme end of something; especially something pointed
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a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter)
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an indication of potential opportunity
ExamplesHe got a tip on the stock market.
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a V shape
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the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill)
ExamplesThey clambered to the tip of Monadnock.
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The point or extremity of anything; a pointed or somewhat sharply rounded end; the end; as, the <i>tip</i> of the finger; the <i>tip</i> of a spear.
Source: webster1913
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A light touch or blow; a tap.
Source: webster1913
verb
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cause to tilt
ExamplesTip the screen upward.
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mark with a tip
ExamplesTip the arrow with the small stone.
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give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on
ExamplesRemember to tip the waiter.
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cause to topple or tumble by pushing
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to incline or bend from a vertical position
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walk on one's toes
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strike lightly
Synonyms tapSource: WordNet 3.0
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give insider information or advise to
ExamplesHe tipped off the police about the terrorist plot.
Synonyms tip offSource: WordNet 3.0
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remove the tip from
ExamplesTip artichokes.
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To form a point upon; to cover the tip, top, or end of; as, to <i>tip</i> anything with gold or silver.
Source: webster1913
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To strike slightly; to tap.
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To fall on, or incline to, one side.
Source: webster1913