prop

noun

ˈpräp How to pronounce prop (audio)
Definition of propnext
as in support
a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else a prop kept the porch of the dilapidated house from collapsing

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Recent Examples of prop The result is an LP that feels like both a one-off and a leap forward, constantly code-switching between electronic freakouts that wouldn’t be out of place on the Planet Mu label and sultry club pop with the campy, prop-knife edge of electroclash. — Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 4 Aug. 2026 After Fever guard Sophie Cunningham expressed her opinion that transgender girls don’t belong in youth sports, the W has once again become an inadvertent political prop in a larger conversation. — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 Valerie does also get some props for approaching a situation that’s difficult for her, too. — Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 3 Aug. 2026 And so props to them, props to everyone who is able to be competent and be bold and courageous enough to to speak their truths. — Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for prop
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prop
  1. support
  2. brace
  3. mount
  4. pillar
  5. reinforcement
  6. mounting
Noun
  • Furthermore, based on Warsh’s recent public comments, the task forces’ eventual findings could potentially provide support for an even more dovish agenda.
    — David Zhang, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Now in the back half of summer break, the couple are calling for additional support to keep their program funded until the beginning of the school year.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of support
Noun
  • Three wildfires are burning in Spokane County, Washington, and thousands of families have been ordered to flee their homes overnight, as state officials warn of an incredibly dangerous situation and brace for what daylight may reveal.
    — Martin Goillandeau, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Jiménez became the second player in Red Bulls history to score a brace in his first career MLS start, joining Cornell Glen on May 8, 2004.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of brace
Noun
  • The bike arrives fully equipped, with Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, integrated lights, full fenders, a rear cargo rack, and a bottle-cage mount.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The app also recommends positioning your telescope mount in the direction of the sun with the motor on your right to avoid any issues or delays in slewing.
    — Harry Bennett, Space.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of mount
Noun
  • The cues are on the pillar next to the transformer pool table.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Dior’s men’s fragrance business revolves around two modern pillars—Sauvage and Homme—and the prolific Kurkdjian thinks about the two pillars as neighboring territories.
    — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of pillar
Noun
  • Defensively, the Patriots’ pass rush continues to lag, but reinforcements have arrived in the form of second-round rookie Gabe Jacas.
    — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 1 Aug. 2026
  • And as for Amazon’s core cloud business, which has seen its own boost from post-training reinforcement learning and agent tool use, Jassy noted that 85% of global IT spending is still on-premises.
    — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 31 July 2026
Definition of reinforcement
Noun
  • The weapon begins spinning violently, dragging the service member around before throwing him several yards from the mounting.
    — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026
  • After that, there are further stages including preparation, conservation, and mounting.
    — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of mounting

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“Prop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prop. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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