the tip or end of a toe.

to move or go on tiptoe, as with caution or stealth

She tiptoed out of the room.

characterized by standing or walking on tiptoe.

straining upward.

eagerly expectant.

cautious; stealthy.

eagerly or cautiously; on tiptoe. ?

on tiptoe

on the tips of one's toes.

expectant; eager

With Christmas coming, the children were on tiptoe.

stealthily; cautiously

The concert had already begun, so he entered the back of the hall on tiptoe.

adjective

cautious , cautiously , creeping , quietly , sneaking , stealthy , warily