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Prop (Noun)

Meaning 1

A propeller that rotates to push against air.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

  • Airplane Propeller
  • Airscrew

Hypernyms

  • Propellor
  • Propeller

Meaning 2

Any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie; "before every scene he ran down his checklist of props".

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The prop department was responsible for creating and managing all the items used by the actors during filming.
  • She rummaged through the prop box to find the perfect vintage suitcase for her character's entrance.
  • The director carefully placed the prop gun on the table to ensure it was visible in the shot.
  • The prop master spent hours researching and collecting authentic items from the 1920s to use in the period drama.
  • The actor broke character to adjust the prop glasses that kept slipping down his nose during the scene.

Synonyms

  • Property

Hypernyms

  • Object

Hyponyms

  • Custard Pie

Meaning 3

A support placed beneath or against something to keep it from shaking or falling.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The painter used a prop to hold the ladder steady against the wall.
  • A small wooden prop was placed under the leg of the wobbly table to stabilize it.
  • The prop beneath the bookshelf kept it from toppling over onto the floor.
  • She used a rock as a prop to hold open the creaky door.
  • A metal prop was placed under the corner of the heavy safe to prevent it from tilting.

Hyponyms

  • Sprag

Related Words

  • Prop (verb)
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