pop

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pop

A pop song plays on the radio in the car.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A short, sharp, explosive sound: A sudden, brief noise like that of a cork coming out of a bottle or a small balloon bursting.
    • A carbonated soft drink: A sweet, non-alcoholic beverage containing carbonated water and flavoring. (Informal, especially in some regions like the Midwestern and Western United States).
    • Father: An informal, affectionate term for one's father. (Informal, often used by children or within families).
    • Popular music: A genre of commercially popular music, typically characterized by catchy melodies and a broad appeal, especially to young people.

  2. Verb:

    • To make or cause a short, sharp sound: To burst or cause something to burst with a sudden, explosive noise.
    • To go or put something quickly or suddenly: To move, appear, or place something in a sudden, unexpected, or quick manner.
    • To shoot or fire a weapon: To fire a gun. (Informal).
    • To hit or strike quickly: To deliver a quick, light blow. (Informal).
    • To bulge outward: For eyes to open wide in surprise or excitement.

  3. Adjective:

    • Popular; mainstream: Relating to popular culture, especially music or art that has wide, commercial appeal.

  4. Adverb:

    • With a popping sound: In a manner that produces a short, sharp, explosive noise.
    • Suddenly or unexpectedly: In a quick, abrupt manner.
Usage Examples

  • Noun:

    • We heard a loud pop when the balloon burst.
    • Would you like a can of pop?
    • I'm going to ask my pop for advice.
    • She listens to pop and rock music.

  • Verb:

    • The champagne cork popped loudly.
    • He popped the question during dinner.
    • A new idea popped into my head.
    • She popped the bread into the toaster.
    • His eyes popped when he saw the surprise.

  • Adjective:

    • He is a pop culture icon.
    • The art exhibition features both classical and pop art styles.

  • Adverb:

    • The balloon went pop.
    • She pop appeared at the door.
Advanced Usage
  • "to pop the question": To propose marriage. (Idiomatic).
    • He got nervous when he decided to pop the question.
  • "to pop off": To speak angrily or without thinking; to die. (Informal, idiomatic).
    • He's always popping off about politics.
  • "to pop in/out/up": To visit or appear briefly and unexpectedly.
    • I'll just pop in to the store for some milk.
    • A problem has popped up at work.
  • "to pop one's clogs": A British informal idiom meaning to die.
  • "to have/take a pop at someone": To criticize or attack someone, either verbally or physically. (Informal).
    • The critic took a pop at the director's latest film.
Variants and Related Words
  • Popcorn (n): A type of corn kernel that puffs up and "pops" when heated.
  • Popgun (n): A toy gun that makes a popping sound.
  • Soda pop (n): Another term for a carbonated soft drink.
  • Popsicle (n, trademark): A flavored ice confection on a stick. (Derived from "pop").
  • Popping (adj/gerund): Making a series of pop sounds; a style of street dance involving quick, jerky movements.
Synonyms
  • Noun (sound): Bang, crack, snap.
  • Noun (drink): Soda, soft drink, cola. (Regional variations).
  • Verb (burst): Explode, burst, bang.
  • Verb (go quickly): Dart, dash, nip.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Pop in: To visit briefly.
    • I thought I'd pop in and say hello.
  • Pop out: To leave briefly; to protrude.
    • He popped out for a coffee. Her eyes popped out in surprise.
  • Pop up: To appear suddenly or unexpectedly.
    • A notification popped up on my screen.
  • Pop off: See "Advanced Usage".
  • Pop over: To go to a place, especially someone's home, for a short time.
    • Why don't you pop over for tea this afternoon?
Related Idioms
  • Pop your cork: To lose your temper. (Informal).
  • A pop: Per item; each. (Informal, often regarding price).
    • These candies are sold for a dollar a pop.
  • In pop: Pawned. (British informal, archaic).
    • He had to put his watch in pop.
pop

A pop song plays on the radio in the car.

Adjective
  1. (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)
Adverb
  1. like a pop or with a pop
    • everything went pop
Noun
  1. 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
  2. a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork
  3. a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring
    • in New England they call sodas tonics
  4. an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
Verb
  1. burst open with a sharp, explosive sound
    • The balloon popped
    • This popcorn pops quickly in the microwave oven
  2. cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound
    • The child popped the balloon
  3. take drugs, especially orally
    • The man charged with murder popped a valium to calm his nerves
  4. drink down entirely
    • He downed three martinis before dinner
    • She killed a bottle of brandy that night
    • They popped a few beer after work
  5. hit or strike
    • He popped me on the head
  6. release suddenly
    • pop the clutch
  7. put or thrust suddenly and forcefully
    • pop the pizza into the microwave oven
    • He popped the petit-four into his mouth
  8. appear suddenly or unexpectedly
    • The farm popped into view as we turned the corner
    • He suddenly popped up out of nowhere
  9. cause to make a sharp explosive sound
    • He popped the champagne bottle
  10. fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise
    • The soldiers were popping
  11. make a sharp explosive noise
    • The cork of the champagne bottle popped
  12. hit a pop-fly
    • He popped out to shortstop
  13. bulge outward
    • His eyes popped

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