prop

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Pronunciation
/pɹɒp/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

An object placed against or under another, to support it; anything that supports.

Example Sentences
  • They stuck a block of wood under it as a prop.
2 Definition

The player on either side of the hooker in a scrum.

3 Definition

One of the seashells in the game of props.

4 Definition

An item placed on a stage or set to create a scene or scenario in which actors perform.

Example Sentences
  • They used the trophy as a prop in the movie.
5 Definition

An item placed within an advertisement in order to suggest a style of living etc.

6 Definition

The propeller of an aircraft.

7 Definition

A proposition, especially on an election-day ballot.

8 Definition

Propellant

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

(sometimes figurative) To support or shore up something.

Example Sentences
  • Try using a phone book to prop up the table where the foot is missing.
2 Definition

To play rugby in the prop position

3 Definition

(usually with "up" - see prop up) To position the feet of (a person) while sitting, lying down, or reclining so that the knees are elevated at a higher level.

4 Definition

To manually start the engine of a propeller-driven aircraft with no electric starter by pulling vigorously on one of the propeller blades using the hands, so that the propeller can catch ignition.