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tipple


Meanings
  • Noun

    A small quantity or amount of an alcoholic drink, especially one taken between meals.

    - "He enjoyed a tipple of whiskey before dinner."
    - "A tipple of brandy warmed him up on a cold evening."

Pronunciation




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Synonyms

bibble
Rhymes
Words rhyming with tipple
nipple , ripple , grapple , mapple
Homophones
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  1. Tipple (en) : A small quantity or amount of an alcoholic drink.

  2. Tipple (en) : A machine for lifting and moving heavy loads.


Variants
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tipple , tippled , tippler , tipplers , tipples , tippling
Etymology
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Originally meant 'to sip', from Old English 'tippan' meaning 'to sip, taste'.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'tipple' is derived from the Old English word 'tippan', which means 'to sip'.

  2. The term 'tippling' was once used to describe the act of excessive drinking.

  3. Tipple has been used as a term for a small, simple distillery since the 18th century.


Related Concepts
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  1. Alcohol: Tipple is a type of alcoholic beverage.

  2. Drinking: Tipple is consumed through the act of drinking.


Culture
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Tipple has been a significant part of various cultures throughout history, particularly in the context of social gatherings and celebrations. It has been depicted in literature, art, and music, often symbolizing friendship, camaraderie, and even rebellion.

How to Memorize "tipple"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a small glass filled with your favorite alcoholic beverage.
    - Imagine yourself taking a small sip from the glass.

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    - Associate the word 'tipple' with the image of a small glass of alcohol.
    - Connect the word 'tipple' with the idea of enjoying a drink between meals or during social gatherings.

  3. mnemonics

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