popper

noun

pop·​per ˈpä-pər How to pronounce popper (audio)
1
: one that pops
especially : a utensil for popping corn
2
slang : a vial of amyl nitrite or butyl nitrite used illicitly as an inhalational aphrodisiac

Examples of popper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The plug was widely considered one of the best pencil poppers ever made. Jimmy Fee, Field & Stream, 13 Sep. 2023 Broil the jalapeno poppers at the end of cooking to crisp up the bacon. 03 Sweet Potato and Chorizo Sausage Bites The addition of sweet potatoes to the recipe gives a delightful and tasty Southern twist to this classic holiday appetizer, while chorizo sausage lends a bit of spice. Patricia S York, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2023 A couple of emoji will have special powers, including the party popper emoji 🎉 that will enable a full-page animation. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 3 Oct. 2023 Read more: Best Tech Gifts From a high-tech SELF Fave nut milk maker to a blissfully simple collapsible popcorn popper, there’s a gift for just about every type (and skill level) of home cook. Sara Coughlin, SELF, 19 Sep. 2023 Cheesy and spicy, this dip has all the kick of a handheld popper but with extra points for creamy texture. Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2023 The line is what propels the fly, and having adequate weight to turn over heavy streamers and poppers makes casting more manageable and less tiring. Jerry Audet, Field & Stream, 11 Apr. 2023 Or the blatant product placement for Burger King jalapeño poppers. David Fear, Rolling Stone, 26 July 2023 While the design might seem counterintuitive, sinking poppers are actually quite useful in the surf. Jimmy Fee, Field & Stream, 13 Sep. 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1733, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of popper was in 1733

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Cite this Entry

“Popper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/popper. Accessed 4 Dec. 2023.

Kids Definition

popper

noun
pop·​per ˈpäp-ər How to pronounce popper (audio)
: one that pops
especially : a utensil for popping corn

Medical Definition

popper

noun
pop·​per ˈpäp-ər How to pronounce popper (audio)
slang
: a vial of amyl nitrite or butyl nitrite especially when used illicitly as an inhalational aphrodisiac

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