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    hat tip

    noun

    • 1. (in online contexts) used as an acknowledgement that someone has brought a piece of information to the writer's attention, or provided the inspiration for a piece of writing: "hat tip to Chris Johnson, who alerted me to the story"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishHAT TIP | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Hat tip is a phrase used to express gratitude or appreciation for something someone has done. It can also be shortened to HT or h/t in online contexts. See how to use it in sentences and translations.

  3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Hat_tipHat tip - Wikipedia

    A hat tip (abbreviation: h/t), also referred to as tip of the cap, is an act of tipping or (especially in British English) doffing one's hat as a cultural expression of recognition, respect, gratitude or simple salutation and acknowledgement between two persons.

  4. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishhat tip - Oxford Learner's Dictionaries

    Hat tip is a noun that means acknowledging somebody's part in something, especially on the internet. Learn how to use it in sentences, pronounce it and find synonyms with Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary.

  5. crossidiomas.com › tip-of-the-hatUnderstanding "tip of the hat" Idiom: Meaning, Origins & Usage...

    The idiom “tip of the hat” refers to a brief nod or tilt of one’s head as a sign of recognition. It can also be used figuratively to mean showing appreciation for someone’s efforts or achievements. The phrase originated from the practice of men removing their hats as a sign of respect towards others, especially those in authority. Contents.

  6. en.wiktionary.org › wiki › hat_tiphat tip - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

    hat tip (plural hat tips) A tip of the hat. An acknowledgment or expression of gratitude, especially for information or inspiration received.

  7. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › hat-tiphat tip | meaning of hat tip in Longman Dictionary of...

    Hat tip is an expression of thanks, especially for information or an idea. Learn how to use it in a sentence and see synonyms and related words.

  8. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryTIP YOUR HAT TO SOMEONE definition - Cambridge Dictionary

    Learn the meaning and usage of the idiom tip your hat to someone, which can express greeting or praise. Find related words, phrases, and synonyms in the topics of welcoming and praising.