This is the 197th most frequent Ukrainian word.
тис
"Тис" in Ukrainian means "yew," which is a type of coniferous tree or shrub.
The word 'тис' here refers to 'yew,' a type of tree or bush.
Тіс, як кущ, надав тіні від спеки.
The yew, as a bush, provided shade from the heat.
In this context, 'тис' is used as an imperative form of the verb 'тиснути,' meaning 'press' or 'push.'
Тис мені своє рішення, щоби я міг допомогти.
Give me your decision so I can assist.
The word 'тис' is used here to mean 'pressure.'