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propped

|propped|

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/prɑp/

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/prɒp/

(prop)

support

Base Form	Plural	Present	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle	Adjective
prop	props	props	props	propped	propped	propping	propped

Etymology

Etymology Information

'prop' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'proppe', where it meant 'plug' or 'stopper'.

Historical Evolution

'prop' changed from Middle English word 'proppe' (and related forms in Middle Dutch/Old Norse such as Dutch 'proppe') and eventually became the modern English word 'prop'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a plug or stopper', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to support or hold up'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'prop' meaning to support or keep something in position by placing something under or against it.

She propped the door open with a chair so it wouldn't close.

Synonyms

supported bracedheld upbolstered

Antonyms

toppled unbalanced unsupported

Adjective 1

supported or held in place (often by leaning against something); used especially in passive descriptions: 'propped (up)'.

The painting was propped against the wall while they decided where to hang it.

Synonyms

leaning supported resting

Antonyms

lying flatunsupported

Examples

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Last updated: 2025/12/13 20:39