tip out
The term "tip out" is primarily used in the service industry to describe the sharing of gratuities among staff, but it also has a specific meaning in basketball.
Definition
B2Service Industry
(informal)To share a portion of one's earned tips with other staff members who assist in providing service.
Example
- At the end of the night, the waiter had to tip out the busboys and bartenders.
- Servers often tip out their support staff to ensure everyone is fairly compensated.
C1Sports
(technical)To deflect a rebound to a teammate, usually to prevent the opposing team from gaining possession.
Example
- The center managed to tip out the rebound to the point guard.
- He made a crucial tip out in the final seconds of the game.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "tip out":
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