English dictionary
pop
/p/A/p/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
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a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring
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a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork
Synonyms poppingSource: WordNet 3.0
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music of general appeal to teenagers; a bland watered-down version of rock'n'roll with more rhythm and harmony and an emphasis on romantic love
Synonyms pop musicSource: WordNet 3.0
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A small, sharp, quick explosive sound or report; as, to go off with a <i>pop</i>.
Source: webster1913
adverb
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like a pop or with a pop
ExamplesEverything went pop.
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Like a pop; suddenly; unexpectedly.
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adjective satellite
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(of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)
Synonyms popularSource: WordNet 3.0
verb
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bulge outward
ExamplesHis eyes popped.
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hit a pop-fly
ExamplesHe popped out to shortstop.
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make a sharp explosive noise
ExamplesThe cork of the champagne bottle popped.
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fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise
ExamplesThe soldiers were popping.
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cause to make a sharp explosive sound
ExamplesHe popped the champagne bottle.
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appear suddenly or unexpectedly
ExamplesThe farm popped into view as we turned the corner.
He suddenly popped up out of nowhere.
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put or thrust suddenly and forcefully
ExamplesPop the pizza into the microwave oven.
He popped the petit-four into his mouth.
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release suddenly
ExamplesPop the clutch.
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hit or strike
ExamplesHe popped me on the head.
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drink down entirely
ExamplesThey popped a few beer after work.
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take drugs, especially orally
ExamplesThe man charged with murder popped a valium to calm his nerves.
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cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound
ExamplesThe child popped the balloon.
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burst open with a sharp, explosive sound
ExamplesThe balloon popped.
This popcorn pops quickly in the microwave oven.
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To make a pop, or sharp, quick sound; as, the muskets <i>popped</i> away on all sides.
Source: webster1913
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To thrust or push suddenly; to offer suddenly; to bring suddenly and unexpectedly to notice; as, to <i>pop</i> one's head in at the door.
Source: webster1913