tippet

/ˈtɪpɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A small stream or a narrow part of a stream, especially one that is connected to a larger stream or river.

“The fishermen waded through the shallow waters of the tippet to reach the fishing spot.”

2. noun

A decorative strip of fabric, lace, or other material, typically used to finish a garment or to add trim.

“The seamstress carefully applied a delicate tippet to the edge of the wedding dress.”

3. noun

In fly fishing, a small piece of feather or other material used to imitate the natural food of a fish, tied to the end of a fly line.

“The angler carefully selected the right tippet to catch the trout.”

4. verb

To decorate or finish something, especially a garment, with a tippet.

“The tailor tippet-ed the hem of the pants to give them a more professional look.”

Synonyms

  • facing
  • ribband
  • stream
  • streamlet

Antonyms

  • mainstream
  • riverbank