·vi To make an indirect reference, suggestion, or allusion; to allude vaguely to something.
II. Hint ·vt To bring to mind by a slight mention or remote allusion; to suggest in an indirect manner; as, to hint a suspicion.
III. Hint ·noun A remote allusion; slight mention; intimation; insinuation; a suggestion or reminder, without a full declaration or explanation; also, an occasion or motive.