Hint

Quick meaning: Hint is a noun meaning An implicit suggestion that avoids a direct statement.

Meaning

An implicit suggestion that avoids a direct statement.

More Meanings

1. A small, barely detectable amount.
2. (databases) An instruction to the database engine as to how a query should be executed, for example whether to use an index or not.
3. (intransitive) To imply without a direct statement; to provide a clue.
4. (transitive) To bring to mind by a slight mention or remote allusion; to suggest in an indirect manner.
5. (computing) Information in a computer-based font that suggests how the outlines of the font's glyphs should be distorted in order to produce, at specific sizes, a visually appealing pixel-based rendering; an instance of hinting.
6. (obsolete) An opportunity; occasion; fit time.

Example Sentences

He gave me a hint that my breath smelt.

There was a hint of irony in his voice.

I needed a hint to complete the crossword.

I could taste a hint of lemon in my iced water.

Word Forms

• hints
• hinting
• hinted

Synonyms for hint

Depending on context, synonyms include indication, tip, allusion, implication, innuendo, insinuation.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include intimation, suggest, suggestion, touch, trace, jot.

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