Main Entry: ¹hint

Pronunciation: \ˈhint\

Function: noun

Etymology: probably alteration of obsolete hent act of seizing, from hent, verb

Date: 1604

1 archaic : opportunity, turn
2 a : a statement conveying by implication what it is preferred not to say explicitly b : an indirect or summary suggestion <helpful hints>
3 : a slight indication of the existence, approach, or nature of something : clue
4 : a very small amount : suggestion <with just a hint of spice>