Pop Definition
pop
adverb
- like a pop or with a pop; "everything went pop"
adjective
- (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)
noun
- an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
- a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring; "in New England they call sodas tonics"
- a sharp explosive sound as from a gunshot or drawing a cork
- music of general appeal to teenagers; a bland watered-down version of rock'n'roll with more rhythm and harmony and an emphasis on romantic love
verb
- bulge outward; "His eyes popped"
- hit a pop-fly; "He popped out to shortstop"
- make a sharp explosive noise; "The cork of the champagne bottle popped"
- fire a weapon with a loud explosive noise; "The soldiers were popping"
- cause to make a sharp explosive sound; "He popped the champagne bottle"
- appear suddenly or unexpectedly; "The farm popped into view as we turned the corner"; "He suddenly popped up out of nowhere"
- put or thrust suddenly and forcefully; "pop the pizza into the microwave oven"; "He popped the petit-four into his mouth"
- release suddenly; "pop the clutch"
- hit or strike; "He popped me on the head"
- drink down entirely; "He downed three martinis before dinner"; "She killed a bottle of brandy that night"; "They popped a few beer after work"
- take drugs, especially orally; "The man charged with murder popped a valium to calm his nerves"
- cause to burst with a loud, explosive sound; "The child popped the balloon"
- burst open with a sharp, explosive sound; "The balloon popped"; "This popcorn pops quickly in the microwave oven"
"Pop" in song lyrics
See how pop is used in real songs:
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"Stash the glock, in soda pop"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Clocka, Lighter Shade, Othorized F.A.M. — New York -
"Don't stop - just let your coochie pop"
2nd II None f/ Playa Hamm — Pawdy -
"Pop goes the weasel, 'cuz the weasel goes pop"
3rd Bass — Pop Goes the Weasel
Words that rhyme with pop
Usage tips for "pop"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pop" 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 pop to find words that pair well.