propped; propping
1
a
: to support by placing something under or against
—often used with up
b
: to support by placing against something
2
: sustain, strengthen
—often used with up
a government propped up by the military
1
: property sense 3
stage props
2
: something used in creating or enhancing a desired effect
buy books … as cultural props because they want to appear literate—
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: related to propionic acid
propane
propyl
Synonyms
Examples of prop in a Sentence
Noun (1)
a prop kept the porch of the dilapidated house from collapsing
Verb
She propped the rake against a tree.
We propped the shed's roof with poles.
The window was propped open.
Recent Examples on the WebDorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 16 May 2024
Roblox has made efforts to prop itself up by integrating ads into its platform.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 9 May 2024
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Verb
Avoid propping bottles up, as this can also pose a choking risk and may even cause ear infections.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 16 May 2024
Roblox has made efforts to prop itself up by integrating ads into its platform.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 9 May 2024
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“Prop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prop. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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prop
1 of 4 noun
: something that props or supports
prop
2 of 4 verb
propped; propping
1
a
: to hold up or keep from falling or slipping by placing a support under or against
prop up a broken chair
b
: to support by placing against something
propped the rake against a tree
2
: to give help, encouragement, or support to
propped up by his faith in times of crisis
prop
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