tip up

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

To tilt something upward in order to discharge its contents.

Where it’s used: Used American English
Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “tip up” mean?

To tilt something upward in order to discharge its contents.

Is “tip up” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.