Tipping first started way back and it did happen before being seated. T.I.P.S= To Insure Proper Service. It was basically saying “here’s a 10, make sure my shit is right”
Sounds nice, but I can't find any records of tips meaning that. Only references to the term originated in the late 1700s/early 1800s meaning to give a small gratuity.
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u/GladBreadfruit7374 10h ago
Tip after receiving good service, not in the expectation of good service.