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tip A small amount of money given to someone for a job well done.; To give someone a tip, usually a hint or suggestion about something.; A slender point of an iceberg, the end of a diving board, or the top of a pile of things.
Tipped A person or thing that has been given an extra amount of money as a tip, especially for excellent service at a restaurant. ■ "I was so impressed with the waiter's knowledge and attention to detail that I decided to tip him generously."
Barbs A sharp, pointed edge or tip, typically found on the end of a fishhook, barbed wire, or arrowhead. ■ Why did the fisherman get his hook stuck in the log? Because he used barbs instead of hooks!
Calculators An electronic device that performs arithmetic operations. ■ "I'm so bad at math, I have to use a calculator just to figure out how much tip I owe at a restaurant."
fiver A person who always gives a tip of $5 or more, regardless of the cost of the service. ■ "I can't believe you didn't give the barber a fiver for that great shave!
notoriously adjective ■ "The notorious cat burglar always made sure to leave behind a note and a tip for the police."
tipper A person who is always eager to offer tips, even when they are not asked. ■ "I can't believe how much this guy loves to tip. He even gave the waiter an extra $5 just for bringing him water!"
tips A small amount of money given as a reward for good service, or a subtle hint about something. ■ "I always leave a generous tip for my waitress because she has to put up with my picky eating habits."
Tiptoe To walk so quietly and cautiously that one barely makes any noise, usually to avoid detection. ■ John had to tip toe into the kitchen so as not to wake up his sleeping wife.
arrow A long, pointed object used for shooting arrows, often with a feathered tip and a string attached. ■ "After missing his target three times in a row, John decided to switch from using his cat as an arrow and try out a real one instead."
booties A small, cute pair of shoes with a round or pointed toe and a low heel. They are often worn by children, but can also be worn by adults as fashion accessories. ■ I don't know why my daughter insists on wearing those ridiculous booties to school every day. She looks like she's about to tip over at any moment!
Cardiovascular A system of blood vessels and organs that supply oxygen and nutrients to the body's cells, while removing waste products such as carbon dioxide. ■ "I need to work out more often if I want to keep my cardiovascular system in tip-top shape."
dildo A long, thin, cylindrical object with a pointed tip that is used for sexual pleasure. ■ "My grandma said she had to have her dildo removed because it was causing too much discomfort. It turns out the problem was that she accidentally put it in her bag instead of her purse!
fingertips The highly sensitive, fleshy tips of the fingers. They are often used for writing, typing, and other delicate tasks. ■ "I accidentally tapped on my phone screen with the tip of my thumb instead of my fingertip and now I have a text message from my boss asking why I didn't reply to his email."
Headgear A device worn on the head, typically for protection or decoration. Examples include hats, beanies, helmets, and turbans. ■ "Wearing a fedora is not only fashionable, but it also protects your eyes from harmful UV rays. Just don't forget to tip your hat to the barista!
nozzle A small tube or funnel used for directing fluids. ■ I accidentally sprayed myself with the hose nozzle while trying to water my plants. The tip of a rocket, missile or cannon. ■ "I heard that when they launched the rocket, the nozzle made a loud roar!"
nub A small, rounded projection or knob, typically at the end of a finger or toe. ■ When the chef accidentally cut off the tip of his finger while chopping vegetables, he had to make do with using his nub instead.
sawed To make a loud, exaggerated sound similar to the sound of a saw cutting through wood. ■ John accidentally cut off the tip of his finger while using a saw. He let out a loud "sawed" when he felt the pain.
toothpick A slender stick with a pointed tip, used for picking food particles from between teeth. ■ "John's breath smelled like garlic, so I had to use my trusty toothpick to fish out the bits that were stuck in his teeth."
universes A vast and infinite number of parallel universes, each with its own unique set of physical laws and properties. ■ "I'm starting to believe there are more universes than just this one. I mean, have you seen how many different flavors of cereal are out there? That's just the tip of the iceberg!