Hop Definition & Meaning
hop
- noun
- the act of hopping; jumping upward or forward (especially on one foot)
- twining perennials having cordate leaves and flowers arranged in conelike spikes; the dried flowers of this plant are used in brewing to add the characteristic bitter taste to beer
- an informal dance where popular music is played
- verb
- jump lightly
- move quickly from one place to another
- travel by means of an aircraft, bus, etc.; "She hopped a train to Chicago"; "He hopped rides all over the country"
- traverse as if by a short airplane trip; "Hop the Pacific Ocean"
- jump across; "He hopped the bush"
- make a jump forward or upward
"Hop" in song lyrics
See how hop is used in real songs:
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"Back to hip hop"
4th Disciple f/ Shogun Assason — Intro 1 (Song) -
"With a whole lot of Hoo hop"
57th Street Rogue Dog Villians f/ Tech N9ne — Millenium Mitch -
"so I can make that booty hop"
69 Boyz f/ JT Money — 2 A.M. (Watcha Doin'?)
Words that rhyme with hop
Usage tips for "hop"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hop" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hop to find words that pair well.