tipper

[ tip-er ]

noun

1. a person or thing that tips: tip:

   The waiters liked him for being a big tipper.

ˈtipper

/ ˈtɪpə /

noun

1. a person who gives or leaves a tip

   he is a generous tipper

2. short for tipper truck

Word History and Origins

Origin of tipper¹

First recorded in 1810–20; tip ³ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Americans have long been among the world’s most profligate tippers.

From Los Angeles Times

She’s a notoriously good tipper, but in her ruthless view, some of life's gratuities are principally reserved for the rarest talents.

From Salon

He is now using five-tonne concrete blocks and security fencing to close entrances to fields and stop the larger tipper truck lorries dumping waste on his land.

From BBC

Every day at the crack of dawn, the company’s tipper trucks patrol the streets.

From Seattle Times

You will earn a reputation as a good or bad tipper and employees will treat you accordingly.

From Salon