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/hɪnt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A slight or indirect indication or suggestion.
She gave him a hint about what to buy for her birthday.
A small piece of advice or information.
The teacher gave me a hint on how to solve the math problem.
A suggestion or clue that is not explicitly stated.
The detective found a hint that led him to the suspect.
verb
To suggest or indicate something in an indirect way.
He hinted at a promotion during the meeting.
To provide a slight sign or clue.
She hinted that she might be moving soon.
Etymology
Middle English hinta, possibly from Old English hintian meaning 'to signify' or 'to indicate.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
take a hint:
to understand a subtle suggestion or advice.
drop a hint:
to give a subtle or indirect suggestion.
hint of something:
a slight indication or trace of something.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
A subtle message or signal.
I gave her a hint about how I feel.
To suggest in an informal way.
He hinted at the party plans without saying anything directly.