Meaning
A traditional children's game in which a small piece of wood pointed at both ends is tipped, or struck with a stick or bat, to make it travel through the air as far as possible.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From tip + cat.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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