atiptoe
atip·toe
On tiptoe; moving or standing on the tips of one's toesOn tiptoe; moving or standing on the tips of one's toes.
UK/əˈtɪptəʊ/US/əˈtɪptoʊ/
Meaning
2 senses(not comparable)On tiptoe; moving or standing on the tips of one's toes.
(figuratively, not comparable)In a state of anticipation; keenly awaiting.
Origin
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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