Tip ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Tip ( verb )

1. Cause to tilt; incline.
2. Lightly touch or strike (something) with a slight upward or forward motion.
3. Give a small amount of money to (someone) as a reward for a service.
4. Give a small amount of money to (a person who provides a service) as a reward for their work.
5. Provide (someone) with a useful piece of information.

Origin:

Late 16th century: of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. She tipped the vase and the flowers fell out.
2. He tipped the waiter for his good service.
3. The customer tipped the bellboy for carrying her bags.
4. I'll tip you a secret, the boss is in a bad mood.
5. The waiter tipped the soup out of the spoon into the bowl.

(As a noun)

Tip ( noun )

1. Cause to tilt; incline.
2. Lightly touch or strike (something) with a slight upward or forward motion.
3. Give a small amount of money to (someone) as a reward for a service.
4. Give a small amount of money to (a person who provides a service) as a reward for their work.
5. Provide (someone) with a useful piece of information.

Origin:

Late 16th century: of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. She tipped the vase and the flowers fell out.
2. He tipped the waiter for his good service.
3. The customer tipped the bellboy for carrying her bags.
4. I'll tip you a secret, the boss is in a bad mood.
5. The waiter tipped the soup out of the spoon into the bowl.