tip

Noun
  1. The extreme end of something;
    Especially something pointed (synset 108680894)
    is a type of: end, terminal - either extremity of something that has length
    subtypes:
    • fingertip - the end (tip) of a finger
    • tiptoe - the tip of a toe
    • beak - a beaklike, tapering tip on certain plant structures
  2. A relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter) (synset 113319724)
    is a type of: fringe benefit, perk, perquisite - an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right)
    subtypes: christmas box - a present given at Christmas for services during the year
    same as: backsheesh, baksheesh, bakshis, bakshish, gratuity, pourboire
  3. An indication of potential opportunity (synset 106664322)
    "he got a tip on the stock market"; "a good lead for a job"
    is a type of: counsel, counseling, counselling, direction, guidance - something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action
    same as: confidential information, hint, lead, steer, wind
  4. A V shape (synset 113925175)
    "the cannibal's teeth were filed to sharp points"
    is a type of: convex shape, convexity - a shape that curves or bulges outward
    subtypes:
    • widow's peak - a V-shaped point in the hairline in the middle of the forehead
    • cusp - small elevation on the grinding surface of a tooth
    • head - the tip of an abscess (where the pus accumulates)
    is a part of:
    • alpenstock - a stout staff with a metal point; used by mountain climbers
    • arrowhead - the pointed head or striking tip of an arrow
    • knife - a weapon with a handle and blade with a sharp point
    • pencil - a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood
    • blade, brand, steel, sword - a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard
    • cone, cone shape, conoid - a shape whose base is a circle and whose sides taper up to a point
    same as: peak, point
  5. The top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) (synset 108635538)
    "the view from the peak was magnificent"; "they clambered to the tip of Monadnock"; "the region is a few molecules wide at the summit"
    is a type of: place, spot, topographic point - a point located with respect to surface features of some region
    subtypes:
    same as: crest, crown, peak, summit, top
Verb
  1. Cause to tilt (synset 202043389)
    "tip the screen upward"
    is a type of: reorient - cause to turn
    subtypes: bank - tip laterally
  2. Mark with a tip (synset 200512259)
    "tip the arrow with the small stone"
    is a type of: mark - make or leave a mark on
  3. Give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on (synset 202206915)
    "Remember to tip the waiter"; "fee the steward"
    is a type of: gift, give, present - give as a present; make a gift of
    same as: bung, fee
  4. Cause to topple or tumble by pushing (synset 202101325)
    is a type of: force, push - move with force
    same as: topple, tumble
  5. To incline or bend from a vertical position (synset 202042202)
    "She leaned over the banister"
    is a type of: bend, flex - form a curve
    subtypes:
    same as: angle, lean, slant, tilt
  6. Walk on one's toes (synset 201927976)
    is a type of: walk - use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
    same as: tippytoe, tiptoe
  7. Strike lightly (synset 201250368)
    "He tapped me on the shoulder"
    is a type of: strike - deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
    subtypes: percuss - strike or tap firmly
    same as: tap
  8. Give insider information or advise to (synset 200875151)
    "He tipped off the police about the terrorist plot"
    is a type of: advise, counsel, rede - give advice to
    same as: tip off
  9. Remove the tip from (synset 200176031)
    "tip artichokes"
    is a type of: remove, take, take away, withdraw - remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract

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