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tip-up

adj · noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Designed to tilt to a vertical position when not in use, either manually or of its own accord.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: not-comparable

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2

noun

Meaning 2

A device used in ice fishing, having a flag that is raised to alert the angler when the bait below the ice is taken.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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3

adjective satellite

Meaning 3

constructed so as to tip up or out of the way

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • the little tip-up seat of the taxi

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