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tippet

noun

A shoulder covering, typically the fur of a fox, with long ends that dangle in front.

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Word length
6
Starts with
T
Ends with
T
Contains
IP
Scrabble score
10
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈtɪpɪt

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Definitions

noun

  1. A shoulder covering, typically the fur of a fox, with long ends that dangle in front.

  2. A stole worn by Anglican ministers or other clergymen.

  3. A length of twisted hair or gut in a fishing line.

  4. A handful of straw bound together at one end, used for thatching.

  5. In fly fishing, the part of the leader that attaches to the fly.

  6. A bird's ruffle.

  7. One of the patagia, or pieces at the side of the pronotum of a moth.

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