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props

/prɑps/

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noun

An object placed against or under another, to support it; anything that supports.

Examples :

"They stuck a block of wood under it as a prop."

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The player on either side of the hooker in a scrum.

Examples :

"During the rugby scrum, the props pushed hard to support the hooker and win the ball. "

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One of the seashells in the game of props.

Examples :

"During the beach-themed version of props, Maria hid the seashell props under a beach towel. "

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verb

(sometimes figurative) To support or shore up something.

Examples :

"Try using a phone book to prop up the table where the foot is missing."

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To play rugby in the prop position

Examples :

""My son is learning to prop in his school's rugby team this year." "

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(usually with "up" - see prop up) To position the feet of (a person) while sitting, lying down, or reclining so that the knees are elevated at a higher level.

Examples :

"After a long day of standing, she props her feet up on the ottoman to relax. "

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An item placed on a stage or set to create a scene or scenario in which actors perform.

Examples :

"They used the trophy as a prop in the movie."

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An item placed within an advertisement in order to suggest a style of living etc.

Examples :

"The expensive watch and leather briefcase in the car advertisement were carefully chosen props to suggest a luxurious lifestyle. "

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The propeller of an aircraft.

Examples :

"Before takeoff, the pilot checked that the props were spinning correctly. "

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To manually start the engine of a propeller-driven aircraft with no electric starter by pulling vigorously on one of the propeller blades using the hands, so that the propeller can catch ignition.

Examples :

"The pilot had to props the small plane's engine because the electric starter wasn't working. "

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A proposition, especially on an election-day ballot.

Examples :

"Our city will vote on several props concerning funding for local schools in the upcoming election. "

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Examples :

"The model rocket used compressed air as its props. "

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Respect for, or recognition of, another person; an expression of approval or a special acknowledgment; accolades; praise.

Examples :

""Props to Maria for getting the highest score on the test!" "

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