Meaning & Definition of word "Tot"
Tot
/tɒt/
noun:
- 1. A small child or toddler.
- Example: The tot played happily in the sandbox.
- 2. A drink of alcohol, often a small measure.
- Example: He poured himself a tot of whiskey before dinner.
- 3. An informal term for a total or sum, especially in calculations.
- Example: The tot of the expenses came to a surprising amount.
verb:
- 1. To add up or calculate the total of something.
- Example: Please tot up the scores and let us know who won.
Etymology
●Originally derived from the early 19th century term for a small child, possibly related to the Scottish word 'tott', meaning to totter.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tot up:
To add together.
wet tot:
A drink or shot of alcohol.
Related Words
toddler:
A young child who is beginning to walk.
infant:
A very young child or baby.
kid:
A child or young person.
Slang Meanings of tot
Meaning: A small drink of alcohol.
● Example Sentence: I'll have a quick tot before heading out.
Meaning: Affectionate term for a young child.
● Example Sentence: Look at that little tot running around!