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- pronunciation:
- pap
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- phrases:
- pop the question
- features:
- Word Explorer
part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
pops, popping, popped |
definition 1: |
to make a short, sharp sound.
The cork popped as it shot out of the bottle.- similar words:
- crack, snap
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definition 2: |
to burst open or explode with such a sound.
The balloon popped when the dog put his paw on it.- similar words:
- burst, explode
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definition 3: |
to move or appear quickly or as a surprise.
The neighbors popped in for a visit.- similar words:
- call, run, spring, stop
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definition 4: |
to stretch or open wide in surprise.
His eyes popped when he saw his new bike.- similar words:
- bulge, open
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definition 5: |
to burst apart with a short, sharp sound.
He popped the balloon with a pin.- similar words:
- burst, crack, detonate, explode, snap
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definition 6: |
to put quickly.
She popped a piece of gum into her mouth.- synonyms:
- slip
- similar words:
- insert, push, stick, thrust
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definition 7: |
to hit very high up in the air.
The batter popped the ball into left field. |
related words: |
blow, burst, click, crack, fly, snap |
phrase: |
pop the question |
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part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a short, sharp sound.
We heard the pop of the balloon all the way across the room.- similar words:
- bang, blast, boom, click, crack, discharge, explosion, shot
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definition 2: |
a soft drink; soda pop.
- synonyms:
- soda
- similar words:
- tonic
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related words: |
click, crack, discharge |
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