Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tipper

noun
/ˈtɪpər/
Definition
A person or thing that tips, especially one that gives a gratuity or a small amount of money in appreciation for a service.
Examples
  • After receiving excellent service, the restaurant patron left a generous tip for the waiter, becoming a habitual tipper.
  • The truck driver operated a tipper to unload gravel at the construction site.
Meaning
In a broader sense, a tipper can also refer to a vehicle designed to unload materials by tipping its bed or a container.
Synonyms
  • Gratuity giver
  • Tipster
  • Benefactor