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TIP

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There are 14 meanings of the word Tip.

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Tip - as a noun

The extreme end of something; especially something pointed

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
end4terminal10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backsheesh24baksheesh21bakshisbakshish20gratuity12pourboire13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fringe benefitperk10perquisite21
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An indication of potential opportunity

Example: "He got a tip on the stock market"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
confidential informationhint7lead5steer5wind8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
counsel9counseling13counselling14direction12guidance12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A v shape

Example: "The cannibal's teeth were filed to sharp points"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
peak10point7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
convex shapeconvexity24
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill)

Example: "The view from the peak was magnificent"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crest7crown10peak10summit10top5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
place9spot6topographic point
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Tip - as a verb

Cause to tilt

Example: "Tip the screen upward"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
reorient8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Mark with a tip

Example: "Tip the arrow with the small stone"

Give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on

Example: "Remember to tip the waiter"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fee6

Cause to topple or tumble by pushing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
topple10tumble10

To incline or bend from a vertical position

Example: "She leaned over the banister"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
angle6lean4slant5tilt4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bend7flex14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Walk on one's toes

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tippytoe15tiptoe8

Strike lightly

Example: "He tapped me on the shoulder"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tap5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
strike10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Give insider information or advise to

Example: "He tipped off the police about the terrorist plot"

Remove the tip from

Example: "Tip artichokes"

Example Sentences

"She left a generous tip for the waiter."
"The tour guide gave us some useful tips for exploring the city."
"I received a helpful tip from a friend on how to fix my computer."
"The detective received an anonymous tip about the whereabouts of the suspect."
"The waiter eagerly awaited his tip at the end of the meal."
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Word Game Points

Is TIP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tip is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TIP has a SCRABBLE points total of 5.

Is TIP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tip is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TIP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is TIP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tip is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TIP has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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