English Explanatory Dictionary

atiptoe

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. On tiptoe; on the tips of one's toes in order to move quietly or to stand taller.
  2. Quietly, and little by little.
  3. Without retreating from adversity, confrontation, or danger; standing tall; bravely, proudly, unyieldingly.
  4. In a state of anticipation; keenly awaiting.
adj
  1. On tiptoe; moving or standing on the tips of one's toes.
  2. In a state of anticipation; keenly awaiting.

Pronunciation

/əˈtɪptəʊ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-atiptoe.wav /əˈtɪptoʊ/

Word forms

atiptoe a-tiptoe

Etymology

From a- (prefix meaning ‘at; in; on’, used to show a condition, manner, or state) + tiptoe.

Synonyms

en pointe tiptoeingly tiptoe tiptoeing
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