definition of
hint

[1] #1 hint v. [suggest] drop a hint; intimate by a hint. wn

[2] #2 hint n. [intimation, breath] an indirect suggestion; "not a breath of scandal ever touched her". wn

[3] #3 hint n. [clue] a slight indication. wn

[4] #4 hint n. [touch, tinge, mite, pinch, jot, speck, soupcon] a slight but appreciable amount; "this dish could use a touch of garlic". wn

[5] #5 hint n. [trace, suggestion] a just detectable amount; "he speaks French with a trace of an accent". wn