atiptoe
atip·toe
On tiptoe; on the tips of one's toes in order to move quietly or to stand tallerOn tiptoe; on the tips of one's toes in order to move quietly or to stand taller.
UK/əˈtɪptəʊ/US/əˈtɪptoʊ/
Meaning
4 senses(not comparable)On tiptoe; on the tips of one's toes in order to move quietly or to stand taller.
(figuratively, not comparable)Quietly, and little by little.
(figuratively, not comparable)Without retreating from adversity, confrontation, or danger; standing tall; bravely, proudly, unyieldingly.
(figuratively, not comparable)In a state of anticipation; keenly awaiting.
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
From a- (prefix meaning ‘at; in; on’, used to show a condition, manner, or state) + tiptoeFrom a- (prefix meaning ‘at; in; on’, used to show a condition, manner, or state) + tiptoe.
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