tipple

Definition

An area near the entrance of mines which is used to load and unload coal.

Etymology

Unknown but possibly from a Scandinavian source (see Norwegian tipla), or from tip + -le.

Example Sentences

• "Alternative form: tippler"
• "The comedian would have divers bottles of tipple hidden under bushes and in crannies around his house, and would select guests to embark on his idea of a treasure hunt."
• "What's your tipple?"