noun🔗ShareSupports, accessoiresAn object placed against or under another, to support it; anything that supports."They stuck a block of wood under it as a prop."Ils ont mis un bloc de bois en dessous comme support.itemutilitythingbuildingstageentertainmentartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗SharePilierThe player on either side of the hooker in a scrum."During the rugby scrum, the props pushed hard to support the hooker and win the ball. "Pendant la mêlée de rugby, les piliers ont poussé fort pour soutenir le talonneur et gagner le ballon.sportpositionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAccessoiresOne of the seashells in the game of props."During the beach-themed version of props, Maria hid the seashell props under a beach towel. "Pendant la version sur le thème de la plage des accessoires, Maria a caché les accessoires en coquillages sous une serviette de plage.gameitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareSoutenir, étayer(sometimes figurative) To support or shore up something."Try using a phone book to prop up the table where the foot is missing."Essayez d'utiliser un annuaire téléphonique pour étayer la table dont le pied est manquant.aidbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareJouer pilierTo play rugby in the prop position""My son is learning to prop in his school's rugby team this year." "Mon fils apprend à jouer pilier dans l'équipe de rugby de son école cette année.sportpositionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareSurélever les jambes(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."After a long day of standing, she props her feet up on the ottoman to relax. "Après une longue journée debout, elle surélève ses jambes sur le pouf pour se détendre.bodyphysiologypositionactionhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAccessoires, accessoires de scèneAn item placed on a stage or set to create a scene or scenario in which actors perform."They used the trophy as a prop in the movie."Ils ont utilisé le trophée comme accessoire dans le film.artentertainmentstageitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAccessoires, accessoires de scèneAn item placed within an advertisement in order to suggest a style of living etc."The expensive watch and leather briefcase in the car advertisement were carefully chosen props to suggest a luxurious lifestyle. "La montre coûteuse et la mallette en cuir dans la publicité automobile étaient des accessoires soigneusement choisis pour suggérer un style de vie luxueux.mediastyleitembusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareHéliceThe propeller of an aircraft."Before takeoff, the pilot checked that the props were spinning correctly. "Avant le décollage, le pilote a vérifié que les hélices tournaient correctement.vehicletechnicalmachinepartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareLancer l'hélice à la mainTo 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."The pilot had to props the small plane's engine because the electric starter wasn't working. "Le pilote a dû lancer l'hélice du petit avion à la main car le démarreur électrique ne fonctionnait pas.vehiclemachinetechnologynauticalmilitaryenergyfueltechnicalindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗SharePropositionA proposition, especially on an election-day ballot."Our city will vote on several props concerning funding for local schools in the upcoming election. "Notre ville votera sur plusieurs propositions concernant le financement des écoles locales lors des prochaines élections.politicsgovernmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗SharePropulseurPropellant"The model rocket used compressed air as its props. "La fusée modèle utilisait de l'air comprimé comme propulseur.fuelmachinevehicleenergyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareRespect, reconnaissance, élogesRespect for, or recognition of, another person; an expression of approval or a special acknowledgment; accolades; praise.""Props to Maria for getting the highest score on the test!" "Bravo à Maria pour avoir obtenu la meilleure note au test !attitudevalueachievementcommunicationcultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
