tipcat

English

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) An old game in which a small piece of wood pointed at both ends is tipped, or struck with a stick or bat, to make it travel through the air as far as possible.
  • (countable) The wooden piece used in this game.

Etymology

Compound from English tip (a gratuity, apex, knock over) + English cat (former derogatory term for a person).

Origin

English

cat

Gloss

former derogatory term for a person

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