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 Property Masters Guild on Thursday revealed the nominees for its 2026 MacGuffin Awards, which honor the creative excellence and impact of prop masters across film, television, commercials and more. — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 30 July 2026 The awards honors the prop masters and their contributions behind the camera. — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 30 July 2026 The set, costumes, props, wigs and makeup all worked together to transport the actors to that otherworldly spot. — ABC News, 29 July 2026 Videos shared on social media show the pop star struggling to roll back to the stage inside the large prop as the crowd inadvertently carried it in the wrong direction. — Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 29 July 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
  • Around the same time, the city rescinded support for the Interstate 77 South toll lane project.
    — DJ Simmons July 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 July 2026
  • The problem arrives when the tools become the practice rather than a support for it.
    — Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 27 July 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 device also comes with a wireless remote and a tiny magnetic microphone that clips onto your clothing using a magnetic mount.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 29 July 2026
  • Critics have long urged the British government to pull the plug on the Islamic Center’s operation as pressure mounts on the new prime minister, Andy Burnham, to act against Iranian regime apparatus in the country.
    — Benjamin Weinthal, FOXNews.com, 28 July 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
  • The Phillies’ need for both starting and bullpen arms has been apparent in the second half of the season, and the team will be weighing its options for external reinforcements ahead of the trade deadline.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
  • No matter how long Gomez is ruled out for, Liverpool need defensive reinforcements.
    — James Pearce, New York Times, 26 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 3 Aug. 2026.

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