pop-up
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/ˈpɑːpˌʌp/
🇬🇧
/ˈpɒpˌʌp/
sudden appearance
Etymology
'pop-up' originates from the English words 'pop' and 'up', where 'pop' meant 'to appear suddenly' and 'up' indicated 'above or on top'.
'pop-up' evolved from the combination of 'pop' and 'up' in the 20th century to describe things that appear suddenly.
Initially, it meant 'to appear suddenly', but over time it evolved to describe temporary events or advertisements.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a temporary or short-term event, shop, or exhibition that appears suddenly in a location.
The pop-up shop will be open for just one week.
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Noun 2
a small window, typically an advertisement, that appears on a computer screen.
I installed a blocker to prevent pop-ups from appearing.
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Adjective 1
designed to open or appear suddenly, often used for books or cards with three-dimensional elements.
The pop-up book fascinated the children with its 3D illustrations.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45