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Definition prop up in British English

prop up phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to stop something from falling by putting something under it or against it

Example

The wall was propped up with wooden poles.

Example

Alice had propped herself up with pillows so she could read in bed.

Synonyms and related words
catch prop up hold up
Example

This new initiative is a desperate attempt to prop up the economy.

Synonyms and related words
foster promote nurse
Definition prop up in British English