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tip

When used as a noun for money, "tip" is common in North American English; in British English, it can also mean a place where rubbish (trash) is taken. As a verb meaning to tilt, "tip is often followed by the word "over" to describe something falling completely on its side. When used as advice, a "tip" is usually informal and practical rather than a formal instruction.

💬Trò chuyện

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Victoria is in a board meeting while Mr. Sterling is at his private gallery.
Mr. Sterling

Victoria, give me a tip on the Q3 projections. Is the vibe ascending?

Mr. Sterling
Victoria
Victoria

Numbers aren't 'vibes', sir. I'll send the actual report when it stops being a train wreck.

💡
Mr. Sterling uses 'tip' to mean a brief, informal piece of inside information or advice. Victoria responds with the idiom 'train wreck' to describe a disastrous situation, highlighting her frustration with his lack of professionalism.

Ý nghĩa

noun

The pointed or rounded end of something long, thin, or tapered.

"The tip of the pencil snapped off during the exam."

noun

A small sum of money given to a service worker as a reward for their service.

"He left a generous tip for the waitress after the meal."

noun

A useful piece of practical advice or a secret piece of information.

"She gave me a great tip on how to get stains out of white fabric."

verb (transitive)

To tilt something or cause it to lean to one side.

"Be careful not to tip the vase over while dusting."

verb (transitive)

To give someone a small amount of money for a service provided.

"It is customary to tip your driver in some countries."

verb (intransitive)

To tilt or lean; to overturn accidentally.

"The boat began to tip as the passengers all moved to one side."

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