English in a Minute Series 5 / 4 meanings of 'tip'

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PhilHow well do you know the word 'tip'? I know you know that it's a piece of advice, but what about the other meanings? We can use the verb 'tip' to mean 'predict to do well'. ExampleShe's being tipped to win a gold medal this year. PhilA tip is the extra money you leave for someone who serves you at a restaurant. ExampleThank you so much. I've left a 20% tip. PhilIt's also when you move something like this. You can tip something into or out of something else, or you can you just tip it over so that it falls onto the floor. ExampleWeigh the flour and then tip it into your mixing bowl. Phil'Tip' as a noun also refers to the place where rubbish gets taken. ExampleThis garage is full of junk. I need to take it all to the tip. PhilSo, there are four tips about the word 'tip'. Get more language tips on our website.

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