Definition
The first aspect of an insignificant or exaggerated problem or situation.
Origins
By analogy with tip of the iceberg, since an ice cube is a comparatively small object.
In Context
- "In fact, this is “just the tip of the ice cube,” for he also has to worry about the charges that have accrued at the camp's other watering hole, Rosie's bar."
- "“Come on,” he said, “This is only the tip of the ice cube. Let me show you some of the stuff that never made it to the big screen.”"