a tip of the hat

a tip of the hat

A small, respectful gesture of thanks, praise, or congratulations. Having my name mentioned in the announcements about my win at the state science championship was a nice tip of the hat by the school.
See also: hat, of, tip
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • get the high sign
  • give (someone) the high sign
  • You’re the man!
  • You're the man!
  • the high sign
  • high sign
  • bear the palm
  • Hip, hip, hooray!
  • Hip, hip, hurrah!
  • hoorah