American Dictionary

Define dictionary terms easily in our powerful online English dictionary.

Searching for...

No matching words found

Try a different search term or browse the dictionary

Definition prop in American English

prop verb

[transitive] verb
/prɑp/
1

to hold something in position by putting something under or against it, or by leaning it against something else

Example

I noticed a red bicycle propped against the wall.

Example

She looked at me sleepily, head propped on her hands.

Example

Prop the door open behind you so we don't get locked out.

Synonyms and related words
Definition prop in American English