popper

noun

pop·​per ˈpä-pər 

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

Jalapeño poppers are a hit on their own, but this recipe adds corn to complement the hot peppers with a hit of sweetness. —Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 5 July 2025

Classic jalapeño poppers combine so many hallmarks of cowboy cooking: peppery spice, cheese, and bacon. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025

This hot air popper can make up to 18 cups of popcorn in under three minutes. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 June 2025

The ready-to-wear offering sees new interpretations of signature WB tracksuits, featuring popper and lace-up detailing and cargo pockets, as well as a crochet top, relaxed separates and suede bowling bags inspired by the intersection between city and coast. —Alice Cary, Vogue, 28 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1733, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for popper

• chopper
• copper
• cropper
• dropper
• pauper
• proper
• shopper
• stopper
• topper
• whopper
• eavesdropper
• grasshopper

Kids Definition

popper

noun

pop·​per ˈpäp-ər 

: one that pops

especially : a utensil for popping corn

Medical Definition

popper

noun

pop·​per ˈpäp-ər 

slang

: a vial of amyl nitrite or butyl nitrite especially when used illicitly as an inhalational aphrodisiac