单词 | tipple |
释义 | Word Frequency tipple 1(ˈtɪpəl) verb 1. to make a habit of taking (alcoholic drink), esp in small quantities noun 2. alcoholic drink Derived forms tippler (ˈtippler) noun Word origin C15: back formation from obsolete tippler tapster, of unknown originWord Frequency tipple 2(ˈtɪpəl) noun 1. a device for overturning ore trucks, mine cars, etc, so that they discharge their load 2. a place at which such trucks are tipped and unloaded verb 3. Northern England dialect to fall or cause to fall Word origin C19: from tipple to overturn, from tip2 |
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