/hɪnt ||; hɪnt/noun[C] 1 something that you suggest in an indirect way 暗示；提示: If you keep mentioning parties, maybe they'll take the hint and invite you. 如果你老提酒会的事，他们也许会领会意思，请你参加。
2 sth that suggests what will happen in the future 迹象；预示: The first half of the match gave no hintof the excitement to come. 比赛的上半场并没有预示随后的精彩刺激场面。
3 a small amount of sth 少量: There was a hint of sadness in his voice. 他的声音里带着少许悲哀。
4 a piece of advice or information 供参考的意见或数据: helpful hints 有用的指点