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TIPPING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 14 meanings of the word Tipping.

Tipping - as a noun

The extreme end of something; especially something pointed

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
endterminal
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backsheeshbaksheeshbakshisbakshishgratuitypourboire
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fringe benefitperkperquisite
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An indication of potential opportunity

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
confidential informationhintleadsteerwind
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
counselcounselingcounsellingdirectionguidance
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A v shape

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
peakpoint
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
convex shapeconvexity
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)
crestcrownpeaksummittop
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
placespottopographic point
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Tipping - as a verb

Cause to tilt

Example: "Tip the screen upward"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
reorient
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)
fee

Cause to topple or tumble by pushing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
toppletumble

To incline or bend from a vertical position

Example: "She leaned over the banister"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
angleleanslanttilt
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bendflex
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Walk on one's toes

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tippytoetiptoe

Strike lightly

Example: "He tapped me on the shoulder"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tap
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
strike
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

"I left a generous tipping for the waiter who provided excellent service."
"The tipping of the ship was caused by strong winds and rough waves."
"We need to be cautious of the tipping of this ladder as it may be unstable."
"The tipping point for their relationship was when she found out about his infidelity."
"The tipping of the scales indicated that the weight limit had been exceeded."
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Word Game Points

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

TIPPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is TIPPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tipping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TIPPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is TIPPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tipping is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TIPPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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