tipping

English

noun
Definitions
  • The practice of leaving a tip (gratuity).
  • The act by which something is tipped or inclined.
  • The dumping of rubbish.
  • (music) A distinct articulation given in playing quick notes on the flute, by striking the tongue against the roof of the mouth; double-tonguing.

Etymology

Suffix from English tip (a gratuity, apex, knock over).

Origin

English

tip

Gloss

a gratuity, apex, knock over

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