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tipping

The correct spelling is tipping.

How to pronounce tipping

verb

Say it like: Tip-pin-g

The correct spelling is tipping. To provide with a tip; to cover the tip of. For example: "In some cities waiters must be tipped."

Usage Examples

In some cities waiters must be tipped.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To provide with a tip; to cover the tip of.
  2. 2.(To cause) to become knocked over, fall down or overturn.
  3. 3.(To cause) to be, or come to be, in a tilted or sloping position; (to cause) to become unbalanced.
  4. 4.To drink.
  5. 5.To dump (refuse).

noun

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

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