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- Dictionaryprop/prɒp/
noun
- 1. a pole or beam used as a temporary support or to keep something in position: "he looked around for a prop to pin the door open" Similar
- 2. a forward at either end of the front row of a scrum.
verb
- 1. support or keep in position: "she propped her chin in the palm of her right hand" Similar
- 2. (of a horse) come to a dead stop with the forelegs rigid. Australian
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PROP definition: 1. to support something physically, often by leaning it against something else or putting something…. Learn more.
The meaning of PROP is something that props or sustains : support. How to use prop in a sentence.
PROP meaning: 1. to support something physically, often by leaning it against something else or putting something…. Learn more.
Prop definition: to support, or prevent from falling, with or as if with a prop (often followed by up). See examples of PROP used in a sentence.
1. An object placed beneath or against a structure to keep it from falling or shaking; a support. 2. One that serves as a means of support or assistance. tr.v. propped, prop·ping, props. To support by placing something beneath or against; shore up. [Middle English proppe, probably from Middle Dutch.] prop 2. (prŏp) n. 1.
A prop is something you use as a support, like a broom that serves as a prop to hold a door open. A prop is also something that goes on stage, like a garbage can in a Beckett play.
A prop is a stick or other object that you use to support something. Using the table as a prop, he dragged himself to his feet. American English : prop / ˈprɒp /
prop meaning, definition, what is prop: to support something by leaning it again...: Learn more.
prŏp. A rigid support, as a beam, stake, or pole, placed under or against a structure or part. One that serves as a means of support or assistance. A person or thing that gives support or aid to a person, institution, etc.
to support, or prevent from falling, with or as if with a prop (often fol. by up): to prop an old fence; to prop up an unpopular government. to rest (a thing) against a support: He propped his cane against the wall.
