Only the tip of the iceberg is visible.
Only the tip of the iceberg is visible.
English
tip
tɪp
Meaning: gratuity; point; advice
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Example sentences
He left a generous tip for the waiter.
He left a generous tip for the waiter.
She put a dollar bill in the tip jar.
She put a dollar bill in the tip jar.
He is so stingy that he never leaves a tip.
He is so stingy that he never leaves a tip.
Usage Notes
Commonly refers to a small amount of money given for service. Can also mean a useful suggestion or the pointed end of something.
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